The surname Whiteway has its origins in Ireland. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name "Fionnshuí" which translates to "fair way" or "white way." The name likely originated from a place name that was descriptive of a road or pathway that was light or bright in color.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, many Irish surnames underwent anglicization as part of English colonization efforts. This process involved translating Gaelic names into English equivalents. As a result, the name Fionnshuí became Whiteway, retaining its meaning and phonetic similarity.
The Whiteway surname was most commonly found in counties such as Cork, Waterford, Wexford, and Tipperary in Ireland. These counties were heavily populated with Gaelic-speaking communities, which likely contributed to the prevalence of the name in these areas.
Over time, many individuals with the Whiteway surname emigrated from Ireland to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. As a result, the surname can now be found in various countries, particularly in regions with significant Irish diaspora communities. Today, those with the surname Whiteway continue to carry their Irish heritage with pride.
I'm Bóru Whiteway, 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 Whiteway 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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