Wilson Tartan Collection
Wilson Clan Tartan Collection
Celebrate the Wilson name with a Scottish tartan of its own — the "sons of Will," one of Scotland's most widespread names, and the name behind the great tartan weavers of Bannockburn.
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About the Wilson Clan Tartan
The Scottish Register of Tartans records Wilson as a Clan/Family tartan. The Wilson sett is a bold and handsome design of red crossed with green, blue and black, a warm and striking pattern, worn in both ancient and modern shades.
The Wilson name is a patronymic, "son of Will" — a pet form of William — and arose independently across Scotland, so that it became one of the most widespread names in the land. Wilsons are also reckoned among the followers of Clan Gunn in the north, and the name is especially bound up with the story of tartan itself.
Wilson Tartan Pattern and Colours
Wilson tartan is recognised for its bold red ground crossed with green, blue and black — a warm and striking pattern. Ancient shades appear softer and lighter, while modern shades are deeper and more formal.
Wilson Heritage
Because William was among the commonest of names in medieval Scotland, families of Wilsons arose in every part of the country, from the Borders to the far north, and the name became one of the most numerous in Scotland. In the northern Highlands the Wilsons are reckoned among the kin and followers of Clan Gunn, while in the Lowlands the name is found among burgesses, farmers and craftsmen alike.
No family is more closely bound to the history of tartan itself than William Wilson and Son of Bannockburn, the great weaving firm that from the late 18th century supplied tartan to the Highland regiments and to the world. Their pattern books and thread counts recorded and preserved a great many clan setts, and much of what is worn today can be traced to the looms of the Wilsons of Bannockburn.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for those of the Wilson name, Gunn kin, families with Scottish roots across every region, and anyone who wishes to honour one of Scotland's most widespread names.
- ✓ Wilson family and descendants
- ✓ Scottish roots across every region
- ✓ Clan Gunn kin
- ✓ Highland games clothing
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Bold red tartan style
How to Wear Wilson Tartan
Wilson tartan works well across caps, shirts, hoodies, scarves, ties, jackets, blankets and keepsake gifts. The bold red palette makes a striking statement, suitable for everyday heritage wear, formal Scottish events and meaningful family gifts.
Wilson Clan Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about Wilson tartan, the Bannockburn weavers and why this design matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
What is the Wilson tartan?
Wilson is recorded by the Scottish Register of Tartans as a Clan/Family tartan — a bold red sett with green, blue and black.
What does the name Wilson mean?
It is a patronymic, "son of Will" — Will being a pet form of William, one of the commonest medieval names.
Is Wilson a clan?
Wilson is a widespread family name that arose independently in many places; in the north Wilsons are reckoned among the followers of Clan Gunn.
Who were the Wilsons of Bannockburn?
William Wilson and Son, the great tartan weaving firm whose pattern books preserved many clan setts still worn today.
Where is the Wilson name found?
Throughout Scotland, from the Borders to the far north, as one of the country's most numerous names.
Who can wear Wilson tartan?
Anyone of the Wilson name, related families or with a respectful connection to Scottish heritage can wear Wilson tartan.
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