The surname McGrane or McGrann is of Irish origin and has a rich history that dates back centuries. It is an anglicized version of the Gaelic name MacGráinne, meaning "son of Gráinne."
Gráinne was a popular female given name in ancient Ireland and is associated with various legendary figures from Irish mythology. The prefix "Mac" means "son of," indicating that the surname McGrane or McGrann was originally used to identify the descendants of a person named Gráinne.
Like many Irish surnames, the spelling of McGrane or McGrann has evolved over time due to influences such as anglicization and variations in pronunciation. The prefix "Mac" was often dropped, and the surname became more simplified to match English naming conventions.
The name McGrane or McGrann is most commonly found in the province of Ulster in Northern Ireland. Many individuals with this surname can trace their ancestry back to ancient Irish clans and families who inhabited the region.
Today, the surname McGrane or McGrann is still relatively common in Ireland, and many individuals with this name can be found in various parts of the world due to Irish emigration. The name carries with it a sense of Irish heritage and identity, connecting individuals to their ancestral roots.
I'm Bóru McGrane, 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 McGrane 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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