The surname Milward has its origins in ancient Ireland. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name "Mac Giolla Mhuire," which means "son of the servant of Mary." The name was given to individuals who were considered devotees of the Virgin Mary.
During the medieval period, the Milwards were known to be a prominent family in Ireland. They were often associated with religious and scholarly pursuits. Many members of the family were priests or monks, serving in various monastic orders throughout the country.
As Ireland underwent English colonization in the 16th and 17th centuries, many Irish families, including the Milwards, anglicized their names to conform to English customs. This was done to blend in and avoid discrimination from the English ruling class.
Over time, the Milward surname spread throughout different parts of Ireland. Today, individuals with the surname Milward can be found not only in Ireland but also in other English-speaking countries with Irish diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
The name Milward carries with it a deep history and connection to Irish heritage, symbolizing devotion to religion and scholarship.
I'm Bóru Milward, 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 Milward 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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