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The surname Steele is of ancient origin and has its roots in Ireland. It is derived from the Old English word "stigel," which means "steel" or "sword." The name was originally given to individuals who were skilled in the art of metalworking, particularly in forging and shaping steel.

During the Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century, many English settlers arrived in the country. It is believed that some of these settlers brought the surname Steele with them, establishing families with this name in Ireland. Over time, the surname became anglicized and adopted by the native Irish population as well.

The Steele family was prominent in various regions of Ireland, including Ulster, Leinster, and Munster. They were often involved in trade and commerce, and some members of the family held positions of power and influence in their communities.

In terms of Gaelicization, the surname Steele is similar to the Irish name "Mac an Airchinnigh," which means "son of the swordsmith." This suggests that some Irish families with the surname Steele may have originated from a Gaelic-speaking background and adopted the English surname.

Today, the surname Steele continues to be found among individuals of Irish descent, both in Ireland and in various parts of the world where Irish immigrants have settled.

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I'm Bóru Steele, 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 Steele 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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