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The surname Gilchrist or McGilchrist is of Scottish and Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic MacGilleChriosd, which means 'son of the servant of Christ'. The name is a combination of the elements Mac meaning 'son of', Gille meaning 'servant', and Chriosd meaning 'Christ'. The name was likely given to someone who worked in a religious capacity, such as a servant or devotee of Christ, or who was the son of a religious figure.
In Scotland, the name Gilchrist is associated with the Clan Macpherson, and has been recorded in the Highlands since the 14th century. Many Gilchrists were involved in the Jacobite uprisings and subsequently emigrated to Ireland during the 17th and 18th centuries.
In Ireland, the name McGilchrist is more common, and is associated with County Donegal and County Tyrone. Many McGilchrists were part of the Ulster Scots or Scottish Plantation in the 17th century, when Scottish settlers were brought to Northern Ireland by the English crown.
Today, the surname Gilchrist or McGilchrist can be found in various countries around the world, but it is particularly common in Scotland and Ireland, reflecting the historical origins of the name.
I'm Bóru Gilchrist, 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 Gilchrist 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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