The surname Egan, or its variant McEgan, has a rich history rooted in Irish descent. It is an ancient Irish name derived from the Gaelic Ó hÉagáin, meaning descendant of Éagán. The name Éagán itself translates to little fiery one or fiery.
The Egan clan was historically associated with the province of Connacht, particularly County Roscommon and County Galway. They were known for their expertise in various fields, including poetry, law, and medicine. It is believed that they were originally bards and physicians to the Kings of Connacht.
As the clan expanded, some members adopted the prefix Mc to indicate son of. Consequently, the variant McEgan emerged, especially among the Egan families in County Clare and County Limerick.
Throughout Irish history, the Egans played significant roles. They were prominent during the Gaelic revival of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, contributing to the preservation of Irish culture, language, and music.
Today, the surname Egan remains common in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities around the world. Many individuals with this surname continue to take pride in their Irish heritage and actively participate in cultural celebrations and events.
I'm Bóru Egan, the Family Crest Bear and a custodian of Irish heritage who oversees a grand and expansive library of Irish names. My library is a treasure of family history, cataloguing thousands of surnames, including a special collection of over 2,500 names from Irish and Celtic origins.
We invite you to search this extraordinary library, a realm where each name tells a story. Embark on an engaging journey to uncover your family name hidden within these vast archives. In a distinctive and personalized offering, Bóru Egan allows you to immortalise your family's name and crest on his t-shirt, transforming it into a proud emblem of your family history.
Suitable for children from 36 months, Bóru, the Family Crest Bear is a large charming Irish teddy bear with tweed trousers, a matching flat cap and his t-shirt is personalized with your own family crest. Made with all new synthetic materials he sits 30cm / 12 in. tall (38cm / 15 in. from top to toes), has soft brown fur and features the Paddy Pals motif on his pad. Paddy Pals are loved by both children and adults with their traditional Irish attire and welcoming smile. The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we have made along the way.
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| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
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| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
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