The surname Leckie, often associated with Irish descent, has an interesting history that dates back centuries. The name itself is derived from the Gaelic word "leac" which means "stone" or "flagstone." It is believed that the Leckie surname originated in the ancient kingdom of Dalriada, located in what is now Scotland and Ireland.
The Leckies were originally a sept or clan that resided in the Kintyre peninsula of southwestern Scotland. Over time, some members of the clan migrated to County Antrim in Northern Ireland. It is in this region where the Leckie surname became more widely established, particularly in the town of Ballymena.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, many Leckies emigrated from Ireland to other parts of the world, including North America, Australia, and New Zealand. These emigrations were often driven by political or economic factors, such as the Irish Potato Famine and the search for better opportunities.
Today, individuals with the surname Leckie can be found in various countries around the world, but particularly in Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and the United States. The Leckie surname continues to hold a sense of pride and identity for those of Irish descent, serving as a reminder of their ancestral roots and the journey their family has undertaken throughout history.
I'm Bóru Leckie, 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 Leckie 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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