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The surname Bennett is of Irish origin and has a rich history dating back centuries. The name is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Beatháin, meaning son of Beathan. Beathan was a popular Irish personal name derived from the word beatha, which means life or vitality.
The Bennett surname has ancient roots in Ireland, with clan members primarily residing in County Cork. They were known to have been prominent landowners and aristocrats in the region. Over time, some members of the Bennett clan migrated to other parts of Ireland, including counties such as Tipperary, Galway, and Armagh.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Irish families, including the Bennetts, faced displacement and the loss of their ancestral lands. This led some of them to emigrate to other English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, seeking better opportunities and a fresh start.
Today, the surname Bennett is fairly common among Irish descendants worldwide. It is often spelled in various ways, including Bynett, Benett, and Binnett, reflecting the phonetic variations that occurred over time. The name has also been adopted by people of non-Irish descent due to intermarriage and cultural assimilation. Despite these changes, the Bennett surname retains its Irish roots and continues to be a significant part of Irish genealogy and history.
I'm Bóru Bennett, 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 Bennett 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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