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The surname Freke has an interesting history, particularly among those of Irish descent.

The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Freki," which means "raven." It is believed that Vikings introduced this name to Ireland during their invasions in the 9th and 10th centuries.

Over time, the name Freki evolved in Irish Gaelic as "Ó Freacain" or "Mac Freacain," which denotes "son of Freacan." The prefix "Ó" signifies "descendant of," while "Mac" means "son of."

The Freke surname was predominantly associated with County Cork, located in southern Ireland. The Frekes were part of the Gaelic nobility and held significant land holdings in the region. They were known for their military prowess and leadership.

During the English colonization of Ireland in the 16th and 17th centuries, many Irish families anglicized their surnames to conform to English naming conventions. As a result, the surname Freke became more commonly spelled as "Freake" or "Freak."

Today, descendants of the Freke surname can be found in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and various countries around the world where Irish emigrants settled. The name continues to carry a sense of pride and connection to Irish heritage for those who bear it.

+ Includes FREE Freke Family Origins Scroll

I'm Bóru Freke, 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 Freke 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.

Dispatched from County Down, Northern Ireland, Paddy Pals bears are delivered worldwide for FREE!

Standard Free Shipping - Airmail. Delivered in approx. 7-9 working days (Faster shipping options also available when checking out).

In the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase we offer a 30 days full money back guarantee.

Materials Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam
Colour Brown
Age Suitable for children from 36 months
Cleaning Hand wash only
Conformity European Standard EN71
EAN 5055374500149
Weight 0.3kg (0.7lbs)
Height 30cm (11.8 inches)
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