The surname Swinton has its origins in Scotland and England, but there is also a significant presence of Swintons with Irish descent. The name Swinton is derived from the Old English words "swin" meaning "pig" and "tun" meaning "farmstead" or "village." It was originally a locational surname, indicating that the bearer was from a place called Swinton.
In Ireland, the Swinton surname is found mainly in Ulster and Connacht. It is believed that many Swintons settled in Ireland during the plantation of Ulster in the 17th century. During this time, English and Scottish families were encouraged to settle in Ireland by the British government.
The Swintons of Irish descent often have Scottish or English ancestors who migrated to Ireland. They may have come as part of the plantation or for other reasons such as trade or military service. Over time, these families became integrated into Irish society, adopting Irish customs and traditions. The Irish Swintons have contributed to various aspects of Irish life and have been involved in agriculture, business, and the arts.
Today, Swinton can be found as a surname in Ireland, Scotland, England, and other parts of the world, reflecting the diverse origins of this name.
I'm Bóru Swinton, 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 Swinton 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.
Dispatched from County Down, Northern Ireland, Paddy Pals bears are delivered worldwide for FREE!
Standard Free Shipping - Airmail. Delivered in approx. 7-9 working days (Faster
shipping options also available when checking out).
In the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase we offer a 30 days full money back guarantee.
| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
|---|---|
| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
Gaeilge
English