The surname Biggar is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name O'Beagáin, which means descendant of Beagán. The name Beagán itself is a diminutive of the Gaelic word beag, meaning little. Therefore, the surname Biggar is thought to mean 'little one.'
The O'Beagáin clan, from which the Biggars are believed to descend, was a powerful family in ancient Ireland. They were primarily located in County Roscommon in the west of Ireland, although there were also branches of the family in County Tipperary in the southern part of the country. Over time, the name underwent several evolutions in spelling due to anglicization and regional pronunciation differences. Variations include Biggan, Beggan, Began, Beggin, and Biggen, among others.
The Biggars are part of the wider Gaelic diaspora, with many family members emigrating to other parts of the world, particularly Scotland, during the period of the Plantations of Ireland in the 16th and 17th centuries. The surname is still prevalent in these regions today, as well as in North America, where many Irish emigrants settled during the Great Famine of the 19th century.
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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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