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The surname Flood has its origins in Ireland, and is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name Ó Maolchluiche, which means descendant of Maolchuiche. The name is derived from the Gaelic words maol, meaning chief or prince, and cluiche, meaning game or play.
The Flood surname has a long and rich history in Ireland, with the first recorded instance of the name dating back to the 9th century. The Flood family was originally located in the province of Connacht, and played a significant role in the region's history and politics.
During the Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century, many Irish families, including the Floods, were forced to adopt anglicized versions of their names in order to assimilate into the new ruling class. As a result, the surname Flood became more widely used and spread throughout Ireland and later to other parts of the world through emigration.
The Flood family has been associated with various notable figures throughout Irish history, including political leaders, scholars, and writers. The name has also appeared in various forms in other countries, such as England and the United States, due to Irish immigration.
Today, the surname Flood continues to be a prominent and well-respected name within Irish culture and is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Gaelic people.
I'm Bóru Flood, 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 Flood 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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