The surname Lea or McLea has Irish origins and is derived from the Gaelic word laoch or leathad, meaning a hero or a slope or hillside. The Lea or McLea surname has a rich history, closely tied to the ancient Gaelic culture of Ireland.
During the 4th and 5th centuries, the Gaels migrated to Ireland from Scotland, bringing with them their Gaelic language and customs. Over time, the Lea or McLea family emerged as a distinct clan in various regions of Ireland, including County Donegal, County Derry, and County Antrim.
As a sept of the larger MacLysaght clan, the Lea or McLea family became prominent in medieval Ireland. They were often associated with heroic deeds, as the name suggests, and were known for their bravery and skill in battle.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, the Lea or McLea family faced significant challenges and were subject to the policies of Anglicization. Many members of the clan were forced to anglicize their names or adopt alternative surnames to conform to English naming conventions.
Today, individuals with the surname Lea or McLea can trace their roots back to the ancient Gaelic clans of Ireland, and many continue to embrace and celebrate their Irish heritage.
I'm Bóru Lea, 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.
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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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