The surname Woods has its origins in the ancient history of Ireland. It is derived from the Gaelic word "Ua hUadhaigh," which means "Descendant of Uadhaigh." Uadhaigh was a personal name that was common in early Gaelic Ireland.
The Woods family is believed to have originated in County Roscommon in the province of Connacht. As the population grew and expanded, branches of the family spread throughout other parts of Ireland, including County Clare and County Meath. Over time, the surname Woods became more anglicized, with variations such as Wood and Woods.
During the 19th century, Ireland experienced a great wave of emigration due to the devastating potato famine and economic hardships. Many Woods families left their homeland in search of better opportunities, particularly in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. This led to the spread of the Woods surname across the globe.
Today, individuals with the surname Woods can still be found in various parts of Ireland, as well as in countries with significant Irish diaspora communities. The name carries with it a sense of proud Irish heritage and a connection to the rich history of the Emerald Isle.
I'm Bóru Woods, 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 Woods 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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