The surname Brien or Bryan has a rich history of Irish descent. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic personal name Brian, which means noble or high-born. The name Brian was of great importance in ancient Ireland, and it was borne by several famous figures in Irish mythology and history.
One of the most renowned individuals associated with the name was Brian Boru, who became the High King of Ireland in the 11th century. Under his leadership, the Irish successfully resisted Viking invasions and achieved a period of great prosperity. Brian Boru's legacy elevated the name Brian to a position of great honor in Irish society.
Over time, Brian became a popular given name among the Irish, and as such, the surname Brien or Bryan emerged. It is believed that the surname originated in County Clare and County Tipperary in Ireland. The O'Briens of Thomond, in particular, were a prominent Gaelic Irish dynasty associated with this surname.
Due to historical factors such as the Great Famine and emigration, many individuals with the surname Brien or Bryan left Ireland and settled in other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Today, the surname is found worldwide, and many people of Irish descent proudly bear the name Brien or Bryan as a testament to their heritage.
I'm Bóru Brien, 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 Brien 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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