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The surname Trafford has its origins in England, specifically in the county of Lancashire. It is derived from the Old English word "traf" meaning "track" or "path," and "ford" meaning "a shallow place in a river where it can be crossed." The name was originally used to describe someone who lived near a ford or a crossing point on a river.

However, there is also a significant presence of the Trafford surname in Ireland, particularly in County Mayo. The Irish Traford families are believed to have descended from English settlers who arrived in Ireland during the 17th century. These settlers were part of the Plantation of Ireland, which aimed to establish English control over the country.

The Traford surname in Ireland has been anglicized from the Gaelic name "Mac An tSábhaisigh," which means "son of the fox." This name was likely given to the family as a nickname or as a nod to their cunning or cleverness. Over time, the spelling of the name evolved to its current form as Trafford.

Today, descendants of the Irish Traford families can still be found in County Mayo and other parts of Ireland. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, serving as a link to their English and Irish heritage.

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I'm Bóru Trafford, 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 Trafford 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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