The surname Quain has its origins in Ireland, specifically in County Cork. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name "Ó Cuáin," meaning descendant of Cuán. Cuán is derived from "cuan," which translates to "harbor" or "inlet" in English.
The Quain family can be traced back to the powerful Ó Cuáin sept, which was prominent in County Cork during medieval times. They were part of the Uí Fidgenti clan, a group that held considerable influence in the region.
During the 17th century, Ireland experienced widespread upheaval due to English colonization efforts. Many Irish families, including the Quains, faced displacement and forced migration. As a result, some Quain families relocated to other parts of Ireland, such as Dublin and Galway. Others ventured further afield, settling in countries such as England, Scotland, and the United States.
Today, the surname Quain is relatively rare but can still be found predominantly in its original homeland of County Cork, as well as in other parts of Ireland and around the world. The Quain name serves as a reminder of the rich history and resilience of the Irish people, as well as their enduring connection to their ancestral lands.
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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.
Seolta ó Chontae an Dúin, Tuaisceart Éireann, déantar béir Paddy Pals a sheachadadh ar fud an domhain saor in aisce!
Loingseoireacht Chaighdeánach Saor in Aisce - Airmail. Seachadadh i thart ar 7-9 lá oibre (Níos tapúla
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Sa chás nach dócha nach bhfuil tú sásta le do cheannach cuirimid ráthaíocht iomlán airgid 30 lá ar fáil.
Ábhair | Snáithínlíonadh poileistear. Cúr polúireatán |
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Dath | Brown |
Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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EAN | 5055374500149 |
Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |