The surname Thorndike has its roots in ancient Ireland. It is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Toráin, which means "descendant of Torán." The prefix "Ó" signifies "descendant of," indicating that the family is of noble or aristocratic lineage.
The Thorndike family can be traced back to County Cork in southern Ireland, where they held a prominent position within the local community. They were known for their involvement in various aspects of society, including agriculture, trade, and even politics.
Over time, some members of the Thorndike family migrated to other parts of Ireland, such as County Kerry and County Galway. They continued to maintain their prominence and influence in these regions.
During the 19th century, many Thorndike families emigrated from Ireland to the United States, seeking better economic opportunities and escaping the hardships of the Great Famine. They settled in various states, such as Massachusetts, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Today, the surname Thorndike is not as common in Ireland as it once was, but descendants of the Irish Thorndike families can still be found in both Ireland and the United States. They take pride in their rich history and heritage, preserving their Irish roots through family traditions and cultural celebrations.
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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
roghanna loingseoireachta ar fáil freisin agus tú ag seiceáil amach).
Sa chás nach dócha nach bhfuil tú sásta le do cheannach cuirimid ráthaíocht iomlán airgid 30 lá ar fáil.
| Ábhair | Snáithínlíonadh poileistear. Cúr polúireatán |
|---|---|
| Dath | Brown |
| Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
| Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |
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