The surname Higgin or O'Higgin has its origins in Ireland and is an anglicized form of the Gaelic "Ó hUiginn," which is derived from "Uiginn," a personal name thought to be a variant of the Norse name "Viking." This lineage suggests that the name may have been brought to Ireland by the Vikings, who established several settlements on the island.
Historically, the O'Higgins were an erudite family, with many members being poets and scholars during medieval times. They were part of the professional bardic class, where they served as historians, genealogists, and advisors to Irish chieftains and kings. The O'Higgins held hereditary appointments and were associated with the province of Connacht, particularly in the counties of Sligo and Roscommon.
In the anglicized form of Higgin or Higgins, the "O'" prefix, which means "descendant of," was often dropped, especially after the English imposed the policy of Anglicization of Irish names. The O'Higgins clan's history is also marked by the significant emigration during and after the Great Famine in the 19th century, which led to the spread of the name to other countries, where it was often further modified. Members of the O'Higgin family have played prominent roles in the history of several nations, including Chile, where Bernardo O'Higgins is recognized as one of the nation's founding fathers.
I'm Bóru Higgin, 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 Higgin 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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