The surname Melville has a rich history, particularly among those of Irish descent. It is believed to have originated from the Gaelic name Mac Giolla Mhaoil, which means "son of the servant of the devotee." This Gaelic name later evolved into Mac Giolla Mhaoilín, and eventually became anglicized as Melville.
The Melville surname has ancient roots in Ireland, with the Mac Giolla Mhaoilín family being part of the O'Neills, one of the most powerful and influential Gaelic families in Irish history. The O'Neills had a long-standing tradition of leadership and were highly respected among their clans.
During the medieval period, the name Melville spread across Ireland and Scotland, as members of the Mac Giolla Mhaoilín family migrated to these regions. In Scotland, the Melville family became prominent in Fife, where they held lands and played important roles in local administration.
Over time, Melville families of Irish descent spread to other parts of the world, including North America and Australia, due to migration caused by political, economic, and social factors. Today, individuals with the surname Melville can be found in various countries, preserving their Irish heritage and contributing to the diverse cultural fabric of their adopted homelands.
I'm Bóru Melville, 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 Melville 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 |
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Dath | Brown |
Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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EAN | 5055374500149 |
Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |