The surname Lewis has a long and fascinating history, particularly within Irish descent. Derived from the given name Lewis, it originated as a patronymic surname, meaning it was based on the name of a paternal ancestor.
The name Lewis has its roots in the medieval period when it was introduced to Ireland by the Norman invaders. The Normans, originally from France, conquered parts of Ireland in the 12th century, and many of them had surnames based on their given names. Thus, the surname Lewis was likely adopted by those with Norman ancestry.
Over time, the Lewis surname spread throughout Ireland and became more common among the native Irish population as well. It became anglicized, with variations such as MacLewys, MacLise, and even Lucey. The traditional Irish Gaelic form of Lewis is Lúsaigh.
Many Lewis families in Ireland played significant roles in local communities and were involved in various professions. They were found in occupations such as farming, trades, and the clergy. Some notable individuals with the surname Lewis of Irish descent include Michael Lewis, an Irish-American author, and Eoghan Lewis, an Irish musician.
Today, the surname Lewis is still prevalent among Irish families, both in Ireland and in countries where Irish emigrants settled, such as the United States and Canada. It continues to carry a sense of pride in one's Irish heritage.
I'm Bóru Lewis, 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 Lewis 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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