The surname Willison, of Irish descent, has a rich and fascinating history that dates back centuries. The name itself is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Uilleasa," meaning "son of Uilleas." This Gaelic name was later anglicized to Willison.
The Willison family can trace its roots to County Donegal in Ireland. In the ancient Gaelic culture, surnames were not commonly used, and individuals were often identified by their patronymic names, which were derived from the given name of their father. Thus, the surname Willison indicates that an individual was the son of someone named Uilleas.
Over time, the Willison family spread across Ireland, with branches settling in various regions. Like many Irish families, the Willison surname faced challenges during the Great Famine in the mid-19th century, which led to mass emigration from Ireland.
As a result, many members of the Willison family sought new opportunities in other countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. Today, descendants of the Willison family can be found in these countries and beyond, continuing to carry on the legacy of their Irish ancestors.
I'm Bóru Willison, 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 Willison 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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