The history of the surname Leslie, particularly of Irish descent, can be traced back to the early medieval times. The name is derived from the Gaelic "Laisrén" or "Leasrach," which means "garden of holly." The Leslies were originally of Norman origin, descending from Bartholomew de Leslyn, who arrived in Scotland during the 12th century.
The Leslies first settled in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, where they became prominent landowners and played a significant role in Scottish history. It is believed that during the Plantation of Ulster in the 17th century, many Leslies migrated to Ireland, particularly to counties Antrim and Monaghan.
Throughout the years, the Leslie family in Ireland has been associated with various influential figures and events. One notable figure is Sir John Leslie, an Irish bishop and physicist who made significant contributions to the study of heat and the development of thermodynamics. The Leslies also played a role in the Jacobite uprisings and the Irish rebellion of 1798.
Today, the surname Leslie is still found among Irish families, both in Ireland and in the Irish diaspora. The name has spread to different parts of the world, particularly in Scotland, England, and North America, where descendants of Irish immigrants carry on the Leslie family name and heritage.
I'm Bóru Leslie, 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 Leslie 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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