The surname Aston, when of Irish descent, is not originally native to Ireland but rather of English origin. The name 'Aston' comes from Old English and is a locational surname, meaning that it originally referred to people who came from a place called 'Aston'. There are numerous places with this name across England, derived from the Old English 'east tun', meaning 'eastern settlement' or 'settlement by the ash trees'.
With the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland in the late 12th century, English families began to settle in Ireland, and among these settlers, some could have borne the surname Aston. Over time, as these English families integrated into Irish society, the Aston name would have become part of the Anglo-Irish community. These Anglo-Irish Astons would have initially been concentrated in areas where English rule was strongest, such as the Pale around Dublin and other urban settlements.
The history of the surname Aston in Ireland, specifically, would be shaped by the complex socio-political changes in the country, including the Tudor conquest of Ireland, the Cromwellian settlement, and the subsequent waves of English influence and migration into Ireland. Over the centuries, the Aston name, while maintaining its English roots, would have become part of the Irish cultural tapestry.
I'm Bóru Aston, 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 Aston 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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