The surname Leech has its origins in Ireland, and it is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Giolla Fhaoilidh," which means "son of the servant of St. Foilidh." The name evolved over time and eventually became anglicized to Leech.
The Leech family can be traced back to County Cork and County Kerry in southwestern Ireland. The name was particularly common in these areas, as well as in neighboring counties such as Limerick and Clare.
During the 19th century, there was a significant wave of Irish immigration to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and England. Many Leech families left Ireland during this time in search of better opportunities and to escape the economic hardships of the Irish Potato Famine.
As a result, the surname Leech can now be found in various countries around the world. In some cases, the spelling may have changed slightly due to different pronunciation or anglicization. However, the roots of the name can still be traced back to its Irish origins.
Today, individuals with the surname Leech can take pride in their Irish heritage and the rich history associated with their family name.
I'm Bóru Leech, 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 Leech 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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