The surname Jeffreys, of Irish descent, originates from the personal name Jeffrey, derived from the Germanic compound "gaufrid", meaning "peaceful territory" or "peace-pledge". The surname first surfaced in Britain, with the Norman conquest. The Normans, who were of Viking origin, had settled in the region of Normandy, France, before their invasion of England in 1066.
In Ireland, the Jeffreys name is particularly associated with County Wexford, in the southeastern part of the country. Following the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland in the late 12th century, many English and Norman families, including the Jeffreys, established themselves in Wexford. Over time, they became more integrated into Irish society through marriage and cultural exchange.
However, the 17th-century Cromwellian campaign in Ireland led many Irish Jeffreys to emigrate to America and other parts of the British Empire. Despite this, the name Jeffreys remains prevalent in Wexford County and other parts of Ireland. The Jeffreys surname is a fascinating testament to the historical intermingling of Norman, English, and Irish cultures, the shifts of power in medieval Ireland, and the resilience of Irish families through periods of upheaval.
I'm Bóru Jeffreys, 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 Jeffreys 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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