The surname Kingston has its origins in Ireland, which has a rich history of surnames and clan names. The name Kingston is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name "Cinnsealach," which means "chief" or "head of the clan." The Gaelic name was later anglicized to "Mac Cinnsealach" or "Mac Cinnsealaigh," meaning "son of the chief." Over time, the name evolved further to become Kingston. The surname Kingston is primarily associated with County Cork in southern Ireland, where many families with this name have resided for generations. The family history of the Kingston surname in Ireland dates back centuries, with records showing the presence of the name in the region as early as the 13th century. The Kingstons were part of the Gaelic nobility and belonged to the larger clan known as the Eóganacht Airthir, which was one of the royal branches of the Eóganachta dynasty. The Eóganachta were a powerful ruling dynasty in Munster, and the Kingstons were considered a prestigious and influential family within this lineage. Over time, some members of the Kingston family migrated to other parts of Ireland and even to other countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. Today, descendants of the Kingston family can be found around the world, proud of their Irish heritage and the history associated with their surname.
I'm Bóru Kingston, 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 Kingston 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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