The surname Forest, of Irish descent, has a rich history that can be traced back to ancient times. The name derives from the Old French word "forest," meaning "forest" or "woodland." In Ireland, the Forest family is believed to have originated from the Anglo-Norman settlers who arrived following the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.
These settlers, known as the Cambro-Normans, brought with them their French-influenced surnames, including Forest. Over time, the surname Forest became anglicized to its current form.
The Forest family in Ireland was primarily found in the province of Ulster, particularly in counties Antrim, Down, and Armagh. They were part of the English and Scottish plantations that aimed to establish Protestant settlers in Ireland. Many Forests were involved in agricultural pursuits, such as farming and forestry.
Throughout the centuries, the Forest surname has seen variations in spelling, including Forrist, Forist, and Forice. This is due to the different interpretations and pronunciations by various record-keepers. Today, Forest remains a relatively common surname in Ireland, with descendants of the original settlers spread across the country. The Forest name serves as a reminder of the cultural and historical connections between Ireland and France.
I'm Bóru Forest, 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 Forest 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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