The history of the surname Sword, particularly of Irish descent, can be traced back to ancient times. The surname Sword is an anglicized version of the Irish Gaelic name "Ó Suaird," which is derived from the word "suairt," meaning "swift." The Sword family is believed to have originated from County Donegal in Ireland.
During the medieval period in Ireland, surnames were not commonly used, and people were often identified by their given names or by their father's name. It was only in the 16th century that surnames became more widely adopted, and the Sword name emerged as a hereditary surname.
The Swords were known to be a prominent Gaelic Irish family, with some members holding positions of power and influence. They were often associated with the ruling classes and were actively involved in the political and social affairs of their time.
Over the years, the Sword name has spread beyond Ireland, with descendants of the family settling in various parts of the world, particularly in countries like England, Scotland, Canada, and the United States. Today, individuals with the surname Sword can be found in different parts of the globe, proudly carrying on their Irish heritage.
I'm Bóru Sword, 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 Sword 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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