The surname Hanna or O'Hanna is of Irish origin and has a long history rooted in the country's ancient Celtic heritage. The name is derived from the Gaelic name Ó hÁinle, meaning descendant of Áinle.
In ancient Ireland, surnames were not commonly used, but rather the patronymic system prevailed, where individuals were identified by their father's name. Over time, however, the adoption of surnames became more widespread, and the prefix Ó meaning descendant of was added to many names, including Áinle.
The O'Hannas were a prominent family in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, where they were part of the Gaelic nobility. They held significant lands and were known for their contributions to Irish culture and society.
During the period of English colonization of Ireland, many Irish families experienced forced Anglicization, leading to the drop of the O prefix for their surnames. This change often occurred to escape persecution or to assimilate into English society. As a result, some O'Hannas became known simply as Hanna.
Today, the surname Hanna, or its variant O'Hanna, can be found all around the world, particularly in countries with Irish diaspora communities. Many individuals with this surname take pride in their Irish heritage and continue to celebrate their ancestry.
I'm Bóru Hanna, 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 Hanna 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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