The surname Long or Longe has a rich history, particularly among individuals of Irish descent.
The name Longe originated from the Old English word "long," which means "tall" or "long." It was commonly used as a nickname for someone who was unusually tall. Over time, this nickname evolved into a surname.
During the medieval period, many English families migrated to Ireland, including those with the surname Longe. These families often settled in County Cork, County Limerick, and other parts of Munster. The surname Longe was anglicized to its Irish equivalent, "O'Longaigh" or "Ó Longaigh," which means "descendant of Longach." The Irish form of the name was also changed to "Long" or "Lung."
The O'Longaigh or Long family became prominent in Irish history and played a significant role in the cultural and political landscape of Ireland. They were affiliated with the Uí Maine, a powerful Gaelic clan in the province of Connacht. The O'Longaighs held positions of influence as chieftains and landowners.
Over time, many individuals with the surname Longe, O'Longaigh, or Long settled in other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Today, the surname Long or Longe continues to be associated with individuals of Irish descent, who take pride in their rich ancestral heritage.
I'm Bóru Long, 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 Long 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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