The surname Wakeman has a long history, particularly in Ireland. The name derives from the Old English word "wæcce" meaning "watchman" and "mann" meaning "man."
The Wakeman name first emerged in England, where it denoted someone who was responsible for overseeing the safety and security of a town or settlement during the night. The role of a watchman was crucial in medieval times, as they were tasked with keeping the community safe from potential dangers such as thieves or fires.
Over time, the surname Wakeman spread to Ireland through English colonization and migration. Many English settlers moved to Ireland during the 16th and 17th centuries, bringing their surnames with them. As a result, the Wakeman name became established within the Irish population.
In Ireland, individuals with the surname Wakeman were likely descendants of English settlers who had assimilated into Irish culture. As with many surnames of English origin in Ireland, the Wakeman name may have been anglicized to better fit the Irish language and pronunciation.
Today, individuals with the surname Wakeman of Irish descent can be found both in Ireland and around the world, carrying on their ancestral heritage and contributing to diverse communities.
I'm Bóru Wakeman, 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.
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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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