The surname Howard, of Irish descent, has a history intertwined with the broader narrative of British and Irish nobility and the complex socio-political relationship between the two Isles. Historically, the Howard surname is of Anglo-Norman origin, tracing back to the aftermath of the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. The name itself likely derives from the Norman personal name "Huard" or "Heward," assimilated with the Old Norse name "Hávar�r," which means "high guardian" or "chief watchman."
As the Norman influence spread to Ireland, following the invasion of 1169-71, Norman families established themselves in Irish territories. The Howards, being a prominent noble family in England, with famous members such as John Howard, the 1st Duke of Norfolk, would have had relations and possibly branches that moved to Ireland during this period or later with the Plantations. In Ireland, the name Howard was sometimes adopted as an anglicized form of the Gaelic Ó hOghartaigh, although this connection is not as strong as with other Norman-derived surnames. Over the centuries, individuals with the Howard surname in Ireland would have integrated into Irish society, with some becoming prominent in various fields, such as politics, the church, and literature.
However, due to the British colonization of Ireland and the subsequent Anglicization of Irish names, the Howard name in Ireland may also represent an imposed identity from English or Scottish settlers. Thus, the history of the surname Howard in Ireland encapsulates the broader narrative of the country's complex relationship with its powerful neighbor, England.
I'm Bóru Howard, 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 Howard 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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