MacWilliam (McWilliam) Tartan Collection
MacWilliam Family Tartan Collection
Celebrate the MacWilliam name with a Scottish heritage tartan — the "sons of William," an old Highland name found among the MacFarlanes and the Gunns, worn with a fitting clan tartan.
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About the MacWilliam Family Tartan
The MacWilliam name comes from the Gaelic Mac Uilleim, meaning "son of William" — William being one of the most widespread of names in medieval Scotland. As a patronymic that arose in more than one part of the Highlands, MacWilliam is reckoned a sept of more than one clan, above all Clan MacFarlane of Loch Lomond and Clan Gunn of the far north. Those of the name are most fittingly matched with the tartan of their associated clan.
This collection brings a fitting Scottish tartan into wearable apparel, everyday accessories, home decor and meaningful heritage gifts, honouring an old Highland name of more than one home.
MacWilliam Tartan Pattern and Colours
Worn with the MacFarlane tartan, this collection draws on a handsome ground of green and blue crossed with black, red and white — the bold colours of the clan of Loch Lomond, fitting for the MacWilliams who are reckoned among their kin.
MacWilliam Heritage
Because William was so common a name, families of MacWilliams arose in several parts of the Highlands, and the name became attached to more than one clan. Among the MacFarlanes of Loch Lomond, and among the Gunns of Caithness and Sutherland in the far north, MacWilliam is reckoned a sept, and the name is also found among other clans and families across Scotland.
Wherever they were found, the MacWilliams shared in the history and fortunes of the clan they followed, from the shores of Loch Lomond to the moors of the north. From the Highlands the name spread across Scotland and, with the great emigrations, to the wider world, keeping its old link to the name of William.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for those of the MacWilliam and McWilliam name, MacFarlane and Gunn kin, families with Highland roots, and anyone who wishes to honour an old Highland name.
- ✓ MacWilliam and McWilliam family
- ✓ MacFarlane and Gunn kin
- ✓ Loch Lomond and northern roots
- ✓ Family gatherings and reunions
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Green and blue tartan style
How to Wear MacWilliam Tartan
A MacWilliam heritage tartan, worn as MacFarlane or the tartan of an associated clan, works well across caps, shirts, hoodies, scarves, ties, jackets, blankets and keepsake gifts — easy to style for everyday heritage wear, family occasions and meaningful gifts.
MacWilliam Family Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about the MacWilliam name, the tartan its members wear and why it matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
Does MacWilliam have its own tartan?
MacWilliam is a sept name rather than a clan with its own chief, so it is most fittingly worn with the tartan of an associated clan, such as MacFarlane or Gunn.
What does the name MacWilliam mean?
It comes from the Gaelic Mac Uilleim, "son of William" — one of the most widespread names in medieval Scotland.
Which clans is MacWilliam a sept of?
Above all Clan MacFarlane of Loch Lomond and Clan Gunn of the far north, with the name also found among other clans.
Which tartan should a MacWilliam wear?
Most fittingly the tartan of the clan the family followed — MacFarlane or Gunn — or a district tartan.
Who can wear the MacWilliam tartan?
Anyone of the MacWilliam or McWilliam name, or of MacFarlane or Gunn kin, can wear the relevant clan tartan.
Is MacWilliam tartan a good gift?
Yes. A heritage-tartan MacWilliam product makes a meaningful gift for the family and for those honouring their Highland roots.
Carry the MacWilliam Name with Pride
Discover MacFarlane and associated tartan clothing, accessories and gifts for the MacWilliam family — honouring the old Highland name of the sons of William.
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