The surname Waltham has its roots in England, deriving from the Old English words "weald" meaning "forest" and "ham" meaning "homestead" or "enclosure." It is believed that the name originally referred to a person who lived near or owned a homestead in the forest.
During the medieval period, the surname Waltham spread to Ireland through English settlers and Norman invaders. The Normans, who conquered England in 1066, also established a presence in Ireland, bringing with them their language and surnames. Over time, the name Waltham was anglicized and adopted by Irish families.
In Irish genealogical records, the surname Waltham is most commonly associated with County Cork. This suggests that the majority of Irish individuals with the surname can trace their ancestry back to this region. It is likely that the name spread to other parts of Ireland as well, but Cork remained a significant stronghold for the Waltham surname.
Today, individuals with the surname Waltham of Irish descent can be found not only in Ireland but also in other parts of the world where Irish communities have settled, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. The name has continued to evolve and develop various spellings and variations throughout history.
I'm Bóru Waltham, 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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