The surname James has its origins in both English and Irish history. In the context of Irish descent, it is believed to be derived from the Gaelic name Séamus, which is the Irish form of the name James. The name James itself has biblical origins and is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning supplanter.
During the medieval period, the name James became popular among the Irish and was often anglicized to James or Fitzjames. The surname James in Ireland is primarily associated with the province of Ulster, particularly in counties Antrim, Down, and Derry.
The Irish James family played significant roles in Irish history. For instance, Richard James, an Irish scholar, translated the King James Version of the Bible into Irish Gaelic in the 17th century. Another notable figure is Thomas James, an Irish immigrant who became a prominent lawyer in the United States and served as a U.S. Senator.
Throughout the centuries, the surname James has spread beyond Ireland, with many Irish individuals migrating to other countries due to various reasons, such as economic opportunities or political strife. As a result, the surname James can now be found amongst people of Irish descent all around the world.
I'm Bóru James, 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 James 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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