The surname Christian, of Irish descent, has an interesting history that can be traced back to the ancient Gaelic people of Ireland. The name originated from the Gaelic word "Criosán," which means "follower of Christ."
During the medieval period, Ireland was primarily a Gaelic-speaking society. It was common for individuals to adopt surnames based on their profession, a patronymic system, or by using descriptive nicknames.
The surname Christian emerged as a way for those of Irish descent to denote their association with Christianity and their devotion to the religion. It was likely adopted by individuals who were deeply religious or had close ties to the Christian church.
As Christianity spread throughout Ireland, the surname Christian became more prevalent among the Irish population. It eventually became a hereditary family name that was passed down from generation to generation.
Over time, some Irish Christian families migrated to other countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, due to various factors such as economic opportunities or political unrest. Consequently, the surname Christian can now be found in various parts of the world, with individuals proudly recognizing their Irish heritage.
I'm Bóru Christian, 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 Christian 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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