Scottish Surnames

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Related Books

Scottish Surnames
Precise derivations and explanations of more than 1,000 Scottish family names, including occupation names, patronynics, nicknames, and surnames, all alphabetically arranged for easy reference.

The Origin and Signification of Scottish Surnames
This classic arrangement of the most common Scottish surnames mentions the name of the family founder, when available, and coat-of-arms, when held, for each surname. Surname derivations are based on localities, baptismal names, trades, offices, professions, and so on.

Surname Search

Also, visit the Scotland Information Page

Web Sites

On-line Scottish Names Research Directory
One of a series of pages listing surnames being researched in Scotland

Gathering of the Clans
You'll find different clans featured weekly as well as genealogy info and resources, a searchable database, calendar of events and contact addresses.

Looking for Scottish Surnames
A list of books which will help you find your Scottish roots.

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