The surname Baker has a long and fascinating history, particularly among those of Irish descent.
Derived from the Middle English word "bakere," meaning a maker or seller of bread, the name Baker was originally an occupational surname. During the medieval period, bakers held an important role in society as they were responsible for baking bread, a staple food.
As the population grew, bakers became more numerous, and the surname Baker spread across England and later to Ireland. Many Irish individuals with the surname Baker can trace their ancestry back to English or Scottish immigrants who settled in Ireland during the plantation era.
Over time, the surname Baker became anglicized, and variations such as Beaker, Baiker, or Baxton emerged.
Ireland has a rich history of immigration, and many Irish Bakers eventually left their homeland for new opportunities in countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. As they moved, they brought their family name with them, contributing to the global dispersion of the Baker surname.
Today, the surname Baker is a common and well-known name among people of Irish descent, serving as a reminder of the vital role bakers have played throughout history.
I'm Bóru Baker, 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 Baker 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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