The surname Ashborne has its roots in the rich history of Ireland. Derived from the Gaelic name Ó Seanáin, it originally referred to a descendant of Seanán, a personal name meaning little old one or wise. The surname Ashborne is believed to have its origins in County Mayo, located in the west of Ireland.
During the medieval period, Ireland experienced significant political turmoil and social upheaval. The Gaelic clans, including the Ó Seanáin family, fought against English invasions and continued to resist English rule even after the Norman conquest of Ireland in the 12th century.
Over time, the English influence on Ireland grew, and the Gaelic clans began to anglicize their names. The surname Ó Seanáin underwent various transformations, including Ashborne, Ashburn, and Asheburne. This anglicization was often an attempt to assimilate into English society or to better navigate the changing political landscape.
The Ashborne name became more prominent during the 17th and 18th centuries when many Irish families migrated to other countries, particularly the United States and Canada, due to economic hardships and political unrest. These migrations contributed to the spread of the Ashborne surname beyond Ireland.
Today, individuals with the surname Ashborne can be found across the globe, with many descendants of Irish immigrants proudly carrying on their ancestral name. The history of the Ashborne surname serves as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Irish people throughout their tumultuous past.
I'm Bóru Ashborne, 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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