The surname Harman, with Irish descent, has a history that reflects the complex tapestry of Ireland's past. The name Harman in Ireland is often derived from the Norman name Hervé, introduced into the British Isles after the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over time, the name evolved through various forms, including Hervey, Hervie, and eventually Harman.
The Normans brought the name to Ireland in the 12th century, where it became established, particularly in the province of Leinster. Following the Norman invasion, many Norman families moved to Ireland and became influential landowners. The Harmans settled in the area that is now County Longford and County Westmeath. As with many Norman families in Ireland, over the centuries, the Harmans became more Irish than the Irish themselves, adopting Irish customs and intermarrying with native families.
A significant number of Irish Harman families converted to Protestantism during the Reformation, which can make tracing Irish ancestry complex due to the religious and social upheavals in Irish history. Over generations, the surname spread across Ireland and into other parts of the world, especially after the waves of emigration due to economic hardship and the Great Famine of the 19th century. Today, the Harman surname is found both in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora worldwide.
I'm Bóru Harman, 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 Harman 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) |