The surname Wise has a fascinating history, particularly in the context of Irish descent. The origin of the surname can be traced back to the Gaelic name "MacGiolla Buidhe," which means "son of the yellow-haired lad." Over time, this name evolved into Wise. It is believed that the Wise family originally hailed from County Cork in Ireland.
During the medieval period, Ireland experienced significant upheavals, including invasions and conflicts with neighboring kingdoms. Many Irish families, including the Wise family, were forced to migrate to other regions, such as England and Scotland, in search of stability and better opportunities. This led to the dispersion of Wise families across different parts of the British Isles.
The Wise surname gained prominence in England, particularly in the county of Sussex, where they were involved in various occupations such as farming, fishing, and trade. Some members of the Wise family also held positions of influence and served as officers in the British military.
In Scotland, the Wise surname was Anglicized to Weise, and individuals with this spelling can still be found today. The Wise family also made their mark in the United States, with several Irish immigrants carrying the surname during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Today, individuals with the surname Wise, of Irish descent, can be found all around the world, proud of their rich heritage and the journey their ancestors undertook to establish the family name.
I'm Bóru Wise, 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 Wise 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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