The surname Cairnes has a rich history hailing from Irish roots. Derived from the Gaelic name Mac Thighearnáin, meaning son of Tighearnán, the Cairnes family can trace its origins back to ancient Gaelic tribes in Ireland.
The name Tighearnán was a popular personal name among the ancient Irish, and those who bore this name became known as Mac Thighearnáin or Cairnes. The Mac prefix denotes son of, indicating the ancestral lineage of the Cairnes family.
During the medieval period, Ireland experienced various invasions and conflicts, including Viking raids and Norman conquests. As a result, the Cairnes family, like many others, faced displacement and migration. Some members of the clan may have settled in different regions throughout Ireland, while others may have ventured abroad to escape the turmoil.
Over time, the surname Cairnes spread not only throughout Ireland but also to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Irish emigration during the 19th and early 20th centuries due to the Great Famine and economic hardships played a significant role in dispersing the Cairnes family to these countries.
Today, individuals with the surname Cairnes can be found in various professions and walks of life, continuing to honor their Irish heritage. The name Cairnes serves as a reminder of the ancient Gaelic roots and the resilience of the Irish people.
I'm Bóru Cairnes, 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 Cairnes 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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