The surname Richmond has an interesting history, particularly in relation to its Irish descent. The name derives from two possible origins. Firstly, it could be a locational surname, derived from the place name Richmond in North Yorkshire, England. This place name itself comes from the Old English elements "rice," meaning "realm" or "kingdom," and "muth," meaning "mouth" or "entrance." Secondly, Richmond could also be an anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Mac an Ridire, meaning "son of the rider" or "son of the knight." This Gaelic surname originated in County Mayo, Ireland.
The Richmond surname first appeared in Ireland during the Anglo-Norman invasion in the 12th century. The Anglo-Normans brought the name to Ireland, where it gradually spread throughout the country. Over time, the Richmonds became part of the Irish population, adopting the language and customs of their surroundings.
Notable individuals with the surname Richmond include Sir William Richmond, an Irish painter known for his portraits and landscapes, and Sir Herbert Richmond, a British military historian and officer. Today, the surname Richmond can still be found in both Ireland and other parts of the world, as descendants of Irish immigrants have carried the name with them.
I'm Bóru Richmond, 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.
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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) |