The surname Angus, of Irish origin, has a rich history that traces back to ancient times. It is an anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic name Ó Ainle, which means descendant of Ainle. Ainle was a popular personal name in early Ireland, deriving from the legendary hero Cúchulainn's nephew.
The Angus family is believed to have originated in County Tyrone, located in what is now Northern Ireland. They were part of the powerful Ulster O'Neill dynasty, which played a significant role in Irish history. The O'Neills were prominent kings and rulers of Ulster, with their stronghold at Tullaghoge.
The Angus surname emerged during a period of English influence in Ireland, as the English sought to centralize power and control over the island. Many Irish families anglicized their names to conform to the English language and cultural norms. This led to the adoption of the surname Angus by some descendants of the Ó Ainle clan.
Over time, many Angus families migrated from Ireland to other parts of the world, particularly during times of economic hardship, political unrest, and the Irish diaspora. Today, Angus can be found in various countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, where their Irish heritage continues to be celebrated.
I'm Bóru Angus, 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 Angus 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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