The surname Venn, of Irish descent, has an interesting history that dates back several centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word "O'Beirne," which means descendant of Beirne, a personal name meaning "sharp." The O'Beirne clan originated in County Roscommon in the western part of Ireland.
Over time, the surname underwent various changes in spelling and pronunciation, eventually becoming Venn. This transformation may have been influenced by the Anglicization of Irish surnames during the English colonization of Ireland.
The Venn family, like many Irish families, experienced upheaval and displacement during the Great Famine in the mid-19th century. This tragic event, characterized by widespread crop failure and mass starvation, led to a significant emigration of Irish people to other countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.
As a result, many individuals with the surname Venn can now be found in these countries, particularly in areas with large Irish communities. Today, Venn is a relatively uncommon surname, but it continues to carry a sense of Irish heritage and ancestry for those who bear it.
I'm Bóru Venn, 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 Venn 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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