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The surname Home or Hume has an interesting history of Irish descent. Originally, the name is believed to have originated from the Gaelic name "Ó Húmáin," which means "descendant of Húmáin." The prefix "Ó" denotes "descendant of," while "Húmáin" likely refers to a personal name or an ancient Irish tribe. Over time, the Gaelic name underwent changes in pronunciation and spelling, eventually becoming Home or Hume.
The Home or Hume surname has deep roots in Irish history, with the family being prominent in County Fermanagh and County Tyrone. The early Hume family members were known for their involvement in local governance and land ownership. They were part of the Gaelic nobility and held positions of influence and power.
During the Plantation of Ulster in the 17th century, many Hume families were dispossessed of their lands and forced to emigrate to other parts of Ireland or abroad. Some Hume individuals settled in counties like Donegal and Cavan, while others migrated to Scotland and England. In these new locations, the surname Hume continued to thrive and spread.
Today, people with the surname Home or Hume of Irish descent can be found all over the world, with notable branches of the family residing in Ireland, Scotland, England, and various countries influenced by Irish immigration. The name has also become well-known internationally due to the literary and philosophical contributions of Scottish philosopher David Hume.
I'm Bóru Home, 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 Home 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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