The surname Bruce has an interesting history, particularly in its Irish descent. The name originates from the Norman-French "de Brus," which means "from Brix," referring to the town of Brix in Normandy, France. The first record of the Bruce family traces back to Robert de Brus, a Norman knight who accompanied William the Conqueror during the Norman conquest of England in 1066.
In the 12th century, the Bruce family settled in Scotland, where they played a significant role in the country's history. One of the most well-known members of the family was Robert the Bruce, who became King of Scotland in 1306 and led the country to victory in the First War of Scottish Independence against England. Robert the Bruce's descendants continued to hold power in Scotland for several generations.
Some members of the Bruce family migrated to Ireland during the 17th century Plantation of Ulster. They settled primarily in County Antrim and County Down, where they established themselves as prominent landowners. Over time, the Bruce surname became more common in Ireland.
Today, there are still individuals with the surname Bruce who can trace their Irish ancestry back to these early settlers. The name has spread globally due to migration and has become one of the most recognizable surnames in the English-speaking world.
I'm Bóru Bruce, 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 Bruce 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) |