The surname Turing has a rich history, particularly for individuals of Irish descent. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name "O'Tighearnaigh," which means "descendant of Tighearnach." The original name can be traced back to the medieval period in Ireland. The prefix "O'" indicates "descendant of," while "Tighearnach" is a personal name derived from "tighearna," meaning "lord" or "ruler." The surname reflects the hereditary nature of Irish naming practices, where family lineage was often emphasized. During the centuries, the name Turing underwent transformations due to linguistic changes and anglicization. Oftentimes, Irish surnames were altered to accommodate English-speaking populations or to fit into official records. This process led to variations in spelling and pronunciation. Over time, "O'Tighearnaigh" gradually became "Turing" as it was adopted by Irish families who migrated or settled in English-speaking regions. One notable individual with the Turing surname was Alan Turing, a pioneering English mathematician and computer scientist. Although he was not of Irish descent, his prominence in the fields of mathematics and computing brought attention to the surname. Alan Turing played a crucial role in developing early computational machines and contributed significantly to the field of artificial intelligence. In summary, the surname Turing originated from the Gaelic name "O'Tighearnaigh," which signified "descendant of Tighearnach." Over time, this name underwent anglicization and became "Turing." While it has a history rooted in Irish lineage, the surname gained wider recognition through the achievements of Alan Turing in the field of computer science.
I'm Bóru Turing, 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 Turing 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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