The surname Greig, of Irish descent, has an interesting history that traces back to ancient Celtic origins. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "greigh," which means "alert" or "vigilant." It is believed that the Greig family originally hailed from the western region of Ireland, particularly County Donegal. During the medieval period, Ireland experienced several waves of invasions and settlements by various groups, including the Vikings and Normans. These events led to the assimilation of different cultures and the adoption of new surnames. It is likely that the surname Greig emerged during this time as a result of such influences. Over the centuries, the Greig family spread throughout Ireland, with many branches settling in different parts of the country. They became established in areas such as County Cork, County Kerry, and County Mayo. The surname Greig also found its way to Scotland, where it is more commonly associated with Scottish ancestry. Like many Irish surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Greig underwent variations over time. Some individuals opted to anglicize the name, changing it to Gregg or Greg, while others retained the original Gaelic spelling. Today, the surname Greig can be found among the Irish diaspora in various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Overall, the history of the Greig surname reflects the rich cultural heritage and migrations that have shaped Ireland's past.
I'm Bóru Greig, 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 Greig 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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