The surname Bell has origins in several different cultures, making its history complex and varied. However, in the context of Irish descent, the surname Bell typically has Gaelic origins. In Gaelic, the surname Bell is most commonly derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Giolla Mhaoil, meaning "son of the servant of the devotee." Over time, this Gaelic surname evolved into the anglicized form Bell.
In Ireland, the surname Bell is most commonly found in the northern part of the country, particularly in counties Antrim, Down, and Armagh. During the 16th and 17th centuries, many Irish people with the surname Bell emigrated to other parts of the world, particularly to North America and Australia. This migration was mainly driven by political and economic factors, including the Plantation of Ulster and the Great Famine.
The surname Bell has also been adopted by people of non-Irish descent. In some cases, it has been anglicized from other surnames, such as the Scottish surname MacBheathain or the English surname Atwell. Additionally, the surname Bell has also been used as a nickname for someone with a pleasant or loud voice, further contributing to its widespread usage.
I'm Bóru Bell, 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 Bell 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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