The surname Ridgley, of Irish descent, has an interesting history that can be traced back to the ancient Gaelic culture of Ireland. The name derives from the Gaelic surname "Ó hUiginn," which means "descendant of Uiginn." Uiginn itself is thought to be derived from the word "uig," meaning "death." The Ó hUiginn clan was an influential and learned family in medieval Ireland, known for their expertise in genealogy and poetry. They were considered hereditary poets and historians to the kings of Connacht. The name Ridgley is an Anglicized version of Ó hUiginn, and it is believed that the transition from Gaelic to English took place during the period of British colonization in Ireland. Over time, members of the Ridgley family spread throughout Ireland, and some migrated to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. These migrations were often driven by economic factors, such as the Irish potato famine in the mid-19th century. Today, the surname Ridgley can be found among the Irish diaspora in various countries. While the original Gaelic form of the name may have faded, the legacy of the Ó hUiginn clan lives on through the Ridgley name and its descendants.
I'm Bóru Ridgley, 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 Ridgley 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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