The surname Hatfield, when of Irish descent, does not have a distinctly Irish origin, but rather an English one. The name Hatfield is toponymic, meaning it is derived from a place name. In England, there are several locations named Hatfield, including in Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, and Essex. The most notable is Hatfield in Hertfordshire, which was historically an important ecclesiastical and estate center. The name itself comes from the Old English words "h��," meaning heathland, and "feld," meaning open field � thus indicating a person who lived by heathland.
The name would have traveled to Ireland due to English settlers, particularly during the period of the Plantations of Ireland in the 16th and 17th centuries, when English and Scottish settlers were granted land by the Crown, often at the expense of the native Irish. Over time, descendants of those settlers may have become integrated into Irish society and culture, continuing to use the surname Hatfield.
Due to the various migrations and movements of people over centuries, the surname Hatfield in Ireland might not correspond to a single ancestry or point of origin. Instead, it reflects a blend of historical migration patterns, cultural integration, and the evolution of lineage within Ireland.
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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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