McKellar Tartan Collection
McKellar Family Tartan Collection
Celebrate the McKellar name with a Scottish heritage tartan — an old family of Argyll and Knapdale, long followers of the mighty Clan Campbell, worn with the Campbell tartan.
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About the McKellar Family Tartan
The McKellar name comes from the Gaelic Mac Ealair, "son of Ealair" — Ealair being the Gaelic form of the Latin Hilarius, the name of an early saint and bishop. An old family of Argyll, long settled around Loch Fyne and in Knapdale, the McKellars were close followers of the Earls of Argyll, and are reckoned a sept of Clan Campbell. Those of the name are most fittingly matched with the Campbell tartan.
This collection brings the Campbell tartan into wearable apparel, everyday accessories, home decor and meaningful heritage gifts, honouring an old name of the western Highlands.
McKellar Tartan Pattern and Colours
Worn with the Campbell tartan, this collection draws on a dignified ground of dark green and blue crossed with black — the handsome, sober colours of Clan Campbell, fitting for an old Argyll family of the Campbell following.
McKellar Heritage
The McKellars appear in the records of Argyll from the 15th century, holding lands such as Ardare under the Earls of Argyll. Cristin M'Callar of Ardare received a charter from the Earl in 1470, and Duncan McKellar of Ardure served as the Earl's deputy in 1518, while Archibald MacKellar was Chamberlain of Knapdale in the 17th century — marks of the trust the Campbells placed in the family.
Living in the heart of Campbell country, around Loch Fyne, Loch Awe and Knapdale, the McKellars shared in the fortunes of the great house of Argyll. From their Argyll homeland the name spread across Scotland and, with the emigrations, to Canada, America and beyond, one McKellar winning fame as a sculptor in the United States.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for those of the McKellar and MacKellar name, Campbell kin, families with Argyll and Knapdale roots, and anyone who wishes to honour an old name of the western Highlands.
- ✓ McKellar and MacKellar family
- ✓ Clan Campbell kin
- ✓ Argyll and Knapdale roots
- ✓ Family gatherings and reunions
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Dark green tartan style
How to Wear McKellar Tartan
The Campbell tartan worn by McKellars works well across caps, shirts, hoodies, scarves, ties, jackets, blankets and keepsake gifts. The dignified palette is easy to style, making it suitable for everyday heritage wear, family occasions and meaningful gifts.
McKellar Family Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about the McKellar name, the tartan its members wear and why it matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
Does McKellar have its own tartan?
McKellar is a sept of Clan Campbell, so it is most fittingly worn with the Campbell tartan.
What does the name McKellar mean?
It comes from the Gaelic Mac Ealair, "son of Ealair," the Gaelic form of the Latin name Hilarius.
Which clan is McKellar associated with?
Clan Campbell — the McKellars were long followers of the Earls of Argyll in Argyll and Knapdale.
Where is the McKellar name from?
From Argyll in the western Highlands, around Loch Fyne, Loch Awe and Knapdale.
Who can wear the McKellar tartan?
Anyone of the McKellar or MacKellar name, or of Campbell kin, can wear the Campbell tartan.
Is McKellar tartan a good gift?
Yes. A Campbell-tartan McKellar product makes a meaningful gift for the family and for those honouring their Highland roots.
Carry the McKellar Name with Pride
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