The surname Woolston has a rich history, particularly among individuals of Irish descent. The name is believed to have originated in Ireland, specifically in the province of Ulster. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name "Mac Giolla Uidhir," which translates to "son of the fair-haired servant." The prefix "Mac" indicates "son of," while "Giolla Uidhir" refers to a fair-haired servant. Over time, the name evolved into different variations, with Woolston being one of them.
During the time of British colonization in Ireland, many Irish families adopted English surnames, either voluntarily or through coercion. This was often done to assimilate into the English-speaking community or to avoid discrimination. As a result, the original Gaelic names were anglicized, leading to the emergence of surnames like Woolston.
In terms of the specific history of the surname Woolston, individuals with this name can trace their ancestry back to Ulster, where their forefathers resided. Over the centuries, many Woolston families migrated to other parts of Ireland and eventually to other countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, due to various factors like economic opportunities or political unrest. Today, descendants of these Irish Woolston families can be found all around the world, proudly carrying on their heritage and the story of their surname.
I'm Bóru Woolston, 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 Woolston 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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