The surname Batt, of Irish descent, has a rich and complex history that traces back to ancient times. Derived from the Gaelic name Mac an Bháird, meaning son of the poet, Batt originally belonged to a family involved in bardic poetry and literature in Ireland.
During the medieval period, Ireland experienced Norman invasions, which resulted in the assimilation of Norman surnames into the native Irish population. Consequently, the surname Batt underwent a transformation as it was anglicized over time. The prefix Mac was often dropped and replaced with Fitz, meaning son of. Thus, the surname Mac an Bháird became FitzBatt.
Over the centuries, the FitzBatt family spread throughout Ireland, with notable concentrations in counties such as Mayo, Galway, and Limerick. They were known for their contributions to literature and education, and many members held significant positions as poets, scholars, and scribes. The family's influence continued throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, Ireland endured a turbulent period marked by English colonization and the subsequent plantation of English and Scottish settlers. This led to further anglicization of Irish surnames, including the FitzBatt family. The prefix Fitz was often dropped, resulting in the surname becoming simply Batt.
In modern times, the surname Batt has spread beyond Ireland, with individuals of Irish descent carrying the name settling in various parts of the world. Today, the surname Batt continues to be a testament to the literary and cultural heritage of the Irish people.
I'm Bóru Batt, 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 Batt 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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