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The surname Minchin has its origins rooted in Irish history. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name "Mac an Choiligh," which translates to "son of the cockerel."
The Minchin family is believed to have originated in County Tipperary in Ireland. They were an ancient Gaelic sept, or clan, associated with the Kingdom of Thomond. The clan was known for its close ties to the O'Briens, the ruling dynasty of Thomond.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Gaelic names were anglicized to comply with English naming conventions. As a result, Mac an Choiligh evolved into Minchin.
Members of the Minchin family were prominent landowners and held positions of influence in the local community. They were known for their involvement in agricultural activities, particularly as farmers and breeders of livestock.
Over time, some members of the Minchin family migrated to other parts of Ireland and even to other countries, such as England and the United States. Today, individuals with the surname Minchin can be found in various parts of the world, but they still carry with them a sense of their Irish heritage.
I'm Bóru Minchin, 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 Minchin 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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