The surname Hanson, or sometimes spelled as Hansen, is not traditionally of Irish origin, but is rather of Scandinavian descent, primarily from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. It originates from the given name Hans, which is a shortened form of Johannes or John in English. The suffix '-son' literally means 'son of Hans', indicating that the bearer of the surname is descended from a man named Hans. This patronymic naming tradition was common in Scandinavian countries.
However, the variant 'O'Hanson' suggests an attempt to Irish-ize the name, with the 'O'' prefix meaning 'descendant of' in Gaelic surnames. It's not a traditional Irish surname and its use would be quite rare. The adoption of such a name could have occurred if Scandinavian settlers in Ireland, perhaps during the Viking Age, integrated into Irish society and adapted their surnames according to the local naming customs. Over time, descendants of these settlers might have added the Gaelic prefix to their surname to conform more closely to the native Irish patronymic system.
There is little historical evidence to suggest that 'O'Hanson' has been a widespread or recognized surname in Ireland. It is more likely that 'Hanson' without the prefix was carried to Ireland by English or Scottish settlers during the colonial period, as the surname also exists in these regions. Individuals with Irish descent named Hanson or O'Hanson may thus trace their lineage back to a mix of Scandinavian origins and later British or Irish family history.
I'm Bóru Hanson, 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.
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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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