The history of the surname Lawson, particularly of Irish descent, can be traced back to ancient times. The surname is of patronymic origin, meaning it was derived from the name of a male ancestor. In this case, Lawson originated from the given name "Law," which was a shortened form of "Lawrence."
During medieval times, surnames became more common, and the practice of adding a suffix to a given name to form a family name emerged. The suffix "son" was added to indicate "son of," thus creating the surname Lawson.
In Ireland, the surname Lawson is believed to have been brought to the country by settlers from England and Scotland. These settlers, who arrived during the Plantation of Ulster in the 17th century, introduced English and Scottish surnames to the region.
Over the centuries, the Lawson surname has spread throughout Ireland, with concentrations in areas such as Northern Ireland and County Donegal. Many individuals bearing the surname Lawson have contributed to Irish society in various fields, including politics, literature, and the arts. Today, the surname Lawson continues to be found among the Irish diaspora, reflecting the enduring legacy of those who carried the name across borders and generations.
I'm Bóru Lawson, 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 Lawson 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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