The surname Arthur has a rich history, particularly within Irish descent. It is derived from the ancient Celtic personal name "Artúr," which means "bear-man" or "strong as a bear." In Irish mythology, the legendary King Arthur is known as "Artúr mac Aedáin," further solidifying the connection between the name and Irish heritage.
Over time, the name Artúr evolved into various forms, including Mac Artúir and Mac Artúirín, denoting "son of Arthur" in Gaelic. These variations eventually became surnames, passed down through generations.
During the medieval period, the Arthur surname gained prominence in Ireland, particularly in areas such as Ulster and Munster. There, the Arthur sept (a group of families sharing a common surname) established themselves as influential landowners, contributing to the development of their communities.
In the 17th and 18th centuries, many Irish families with the surname Arthur were affected by the plantation schemes and the subsequent migration to other parts of the world, such as North America and Australia. As a result, the Arthur name spread across continents, leading to the existence of a significant Irish diaspora with this surname.
Today, the surname Arthur continues to be prominent in Irish communities worldwide, serving as a reminder of its ancient Celtic roots and the enduring legacy of the Arthur name.
I'm Bóru Arthur, 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 Arthur 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.
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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