Paterson Tartan Collection
Paterson Clan Tartan Collection
Celebrate Clan Paterson with a Scottish tartan tied to Loch Fyne and Bannockburn — the "sons of Patrick," under the striving motto Huc Tendimus Omnes, "We All Strive for This."
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About the Paterson Clan Tartan
The Scottish Register of Tartans records Paterson as a Clan/Family tartan. The Paterson sett is a handsome design set on a deep blue ground, crossed with green and black and lifted by slim lines of red and white, worn in both ancient and modern shades.
Clan Paterson is a Scottish clan recognised by the Lord Lyon, though an armigerous clan today. The name comes from the Gaelic MacPhadraig, or MacGille Phadraig, "son of the devotee of Saint Patrick," and the clan motto Huc Tendimus Omnes makes Paterson tartan especially meaningful for family pride and Scottish ancestry gifts.
Paterson Tartan Pattern and Colours
Paterson tartan is recognised for its deep blue ground crossed with green and black and lifted by slim red and white lines — cool, dignified colours evoking the Loch Fyne country. Ancient shades appear softer, while modern shades are deeper and more formal.
Paterson Heritage
The territory of the Clann Phadraig lay on the north side of Loch Fyne in Argyll in the 13th century, but the name, being a patronymic, arose independently in many parts of Scotland and became one of the most numerous in the land. In the Highlands the Patersons are counted among the septs of Clan MacLaren and Clan Farquharson.
William Paterson witnessed a charter in Aberdeen in 1446; James Paterson was sheriff-depute and later Provost of Inverness in the 16th century. The clan's historic seat is Bannockburn House in Stirlingshire, where Prince Charles Edward Stuart lodged during the rising of 1745. The most famous of the name was William Paterson of Dumfries, a founder of the Bank of England and the architect of the ill-fated Darien scheme. The crest is a hand holding a branch of laurel.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for Paterson and Patterson descendants, MacLaren and Farquharson kin, families with Loch Fyne, Stirlingshire and Scottish roots and anyone looking for a handsome blue Scottish tartan.
- ✓ Paterson and Patterson family
- ✓ Loch Fyne and Stirlingshire roots
- ✓ MacLaren and Farquharson kin
- ✓ Highland games clothing
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Deep blue tartan style
How to Wear Paterson Tartan
Paterson tartan works well across caps, shirts, hoodies, scarves, ties, jackets, blankets and keepsake gifts. The deep blue palette is easy to style, making it suitable for everyday heritage wear, formal Scottish events and meaningful family gifts.
Paterson Clan Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about Paterson tartan, Bannockburn House and why this design matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
What is the Paterson tartan?
Paterson is recorded by the Scottish Register of Tartans as a Clan/Family tartan — a deep blue sett with green, black, red and white.
What does the name Paterson mean?
It comes from the Gaelic MacPhadraig, or MacGille Phadraig, "son of the devotee of Saint Patrick."
What is the Paterson clan motto?
The motto is Huc Tendimus Omnes, "we all strive for this"; the crest is a hand holding a branch of laurel.
Does Clan Paterson have a chief?
Clan Paterson is recognised by the Lord Lyon but is an armigerous clan, without a chief at present.
Which clans is Paterson a sept of?
In the Highlands the Patersons are counted among the septs of Clan MacLaren and Clan Farquharson.
Who can wear Paterson tartan?
People with Paterson or Patterson ancestry, related families or a respectful connection to the clan can wear Paterson tartan.
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