The surname Urban has its origins in various cultures, including Irish descent. The Irish variant of the Urban surname can be traced back to the Gaelic language, where it originated from the name Ó Murcháin, meaning descendant of Murchán. The name Murchán is derived from the Gaelic word murchadh, signifying sea warrior or sea battler.
The Urban surname was likely anglicized during the period of English colonization and Anglicization in Ireland, which began in the 16th century. This process involved the adoption of English surnames and language by Irish families to assimilate into English society and secure land rights. As a result, the Irish Urban families started using the Anglicized version of their original Gaelic surname.
Over time, the Urban surname spread across Ireland, with families establishing roots in different regions. The name can be found in various Irish counties, including Cork, Wexford, and Waterford.
Today, individuals with the Urban surname, particularly of Irish descent, can be found not only in Ireland but also in other parts of the world, as Irish emigration has led to the dispersal of Irish surnames globally. The Urban surname continues to carry a sense of ancestral heritage and cultural identity for those of Irish descent.
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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.
Seolta ó Chontae an Dúin, Tuaisceart Éireann, déantar béir Paddy Pals a sheachadadh ar fud an domhain saor in aisce!
Loingseoireacht Chaighdeánach Saor in Aisce - Airmail. Seachadadh i thart ar 7-9 lá oibre (Níos tapúla
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Sa chás nach dócha nach bhfuil tú sásta le do cheannach cuirimid ráthaíocht iomlán airgid 30 lá ar fáil.
| Ábhair | Snáithínlíonadh poileistear. Cúr polúireatán |
|---|---|
| Dath | Brown |
| Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
| Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |
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