The surname Patrick has its origins in Ireland, tracing back to the Gaelic name Ó Maol Pádraig, which means descendant of the devotee of St. Patrick. St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is renowned for bringing Christianity to the country in the 5th century. The name Patrick itself is derived from the Latin name Patricius, meaning noble or belonging to a patrician family.
During the medieval period, many Irish families adopted surnames to establish their identity and trace their ancestry. The surname Patrick became prominent in various regions of Ireland, particularly in County Donegal, County Mayo, and County Wexford. Over time, different variations of the name emerged, including Fitzpatrick and Kilpatrick, as well as MacPháidín and Mac Pádraig in Irish.
The Patrick surname is closely associated with Irish history and heritage. Many notable figures have borne this surname, such as Bishop Richard Patrick of Waterford in the 13th century and Colonel Thomas Patrick of the Irish Confederate Army during the 17th century. The name Patrick also holds significance for the Irish diaspora, as millions of Irish emigrants carried this surname to various parts of the world, particularly during the Irish famine and subsequent waves of migration.
Today, the surname Patrick remains a common and identifiable name among individuals of Irish descent, symbolizing their ancestral ties to the rich history and culture of Ireland.
I'm Bóru Patrick, 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 Patrick 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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