The Ivers surname, of Irish origin, is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó hUidhrín," which roughly translates to "descendant of Uidhrín." Uidhrín is itself a diminutive form of the Old Norse personal name "Ívarr." Over time, the name Ó hUidhrín was anglicized to Ivers.
This surname primarily belongs to the Connacht province, specifically in County Galway, where the Ivers were recognized as chiefs of Maín Mhór, a territory in the barony of Leitrim. The family held significant prominence in the region throughout the middle ages.
However, like many Irish families, the Ivers suffered severe losses during the 17th-century Cromwellian conquest of Ireland and the subsequent Great Famine in the mid-19th century. Many Ivers individuals were driven from their native territories, leading to the dispersal of the name across Ireland and beyond to England, North America, and Australia.
While the Ivers surname has spread worldwide with various spelling variations such as Ivors and Ivars, its roots remain deeply embedded in Irish history and cultural heritage. Today, descendants of the Ivers clan continue to honor their rich ancestry.
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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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