The surname Somerville has its origins in Scotland, where it was derived from the place name of a parish in Lanarkshire. The name is believed to have come from the Old English words "sumor" and "feld," meaning "summer" and "field" respectively. It is believed to have referred to a field that was particularly fertile during the summer months.
Over time, the Somerville family migrated to Ireland, where they became an established and prominent Gaelic Irish clan. They settled primarily in the provinces of Leinster and Ulster. The Irish Somervilles played important roles in Irish history, with some members of the clan becoming influential landowners and government officials.
During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Somerville families moved to England, Scotland, and other parts of the British Isles, while others emigrated to North America, particularly to the United States and Canada. Today, the surname Somerville can still be found in Ireland, as well as in other parts of the world where Irish descendants have settled.
The Somerville name has become synonymous with qualities such as intelligence, bravery, and resilience. It holds a rich history that reflects the challenges and triumphs of the Irish people throughout the centuries.
I'm Bóru Somerville, 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 Somerville 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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