The surname Kirwan, also known as O'Kerwin, has a rich and ancient history in Ireland. It is of Gaelic origin, originating from the Irish name Ó Ciarbháin, which means "descendant of Ciarbhán."
The Kirwan family is believed to have originated from the region of Connacht in western Ireland. They were a prominent Gaelic clan who held lands in County Galway. Over time, the name O'Kerwin gradually evolved into Kirwan, likely due to Anglicization.
The Kirwan family played a significant role in Irish history. They were known as fierce warriors and leaders who fought against the English during times of conflict. Despite their resistance, the Kirwans eventually lost much of their land and power during the Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century.
Despite the loss of their ancestral lands, the Kirwan name continued to be prominent in Irish society. Many Kirwans became successful merchants, lawyers, and politicians. Some even emigrated to other parts of the world, particularly to North America and Australia, during periods of economic hardship in Ireland. Today, descendants of the Kirwan family can be found around the globe, still proudly carrying on their Irish heritage.
I'm Bóru Kirwan, 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 Kirwan 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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