Morrison Tartan Collection
Morrison Clan Tartan Collection
Celebrate Clan Morrison with a Scottish tartan tied to the Isle of Lewis and the sea-fortress of Dùn Èistean — the hereditary judges of the isle, under the motto Teaghlach Phabbay, "The Family of Pabbay."
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About the Morrison Clan Tartan
The Scottish Register of Tartans records Morrison as a Clan/Family tartan. The Morrison name is worn in two main setts: a green Morrison, based on the MacKay tartan with a red line added, in memory of the clan's old ties to the MacKays, and a bold red Morrison — both worn in ancient and modern shades.
Clan Morrison, in Gaelic Mac Ghille Mhoire, is one of the most distinctively Hebridean of clans, long associated with the Isle of Lewis. The clan motto Teaghlach Phabbay, "the family of Pabbay," makes Morrison tartan especially meaningful for family pride and Scottish ancestry gifts.
Morrison Tartan Pattern and Colours
The green Morrison tartan draws on a ground of green and blue crossed with black, lifted by a distinctive red line; there is also a bold red Morrison. Ancient shades appear softer and lighter, while modern shades are deeper and more formal.
Morrison Heritage
The Morrisons of Lewis were the hereditary brieves, or judges, of the island, who administered the old Celtic law under the MacLeods of Lewis, and for this were known as Clann-na-Breitheamh, the Clan of the Judges. Their stronghold was Dùn Èistean, a dramatic sea-stack fortress off the coast of Ness, reached only by a narrow bridge above the Atlantic surf. The family of the chief is known in Gaelic as Teaghlach Phabbay, the family of Pabbay, an island in the Sound of Harris.
The Morrisons long contended with the MacAulays and the MacLeods, and after the fall of the Lords of the Isles their chief and kinsmen suffered in the lawless years that followed; many moved to Durness in the north and to other lands. Though the name arose in more than one part of Scotland, the Lewis Morrisons are the heart of the clan tradition. The chiefship, revived in modern times, is held by Morrison of Ruchdi; the motto is Teaghlach Phabbay.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for Morrison and Morison descendants, related septs such as the Gilmours and Brieves, Lewis and Hebridean heritage lovers and anyone looking for a handsome Scottish tartan with deep island meaning.
- ✓ Morrison and Morison family
- ✓ Isle of Lewis and Ness roots
- ✓ Hereditary brieve heritage
- ✓ Highland games clothing
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Green and blue tartan style
How to Wear Morrison Tartan
Morrison tartan works well across caps, shirts, hoodies, scarves, ties, jackets, blankets and keepsake gifts. The green and blue sett is easy to style, while the red Morrison offers a bolder look, ideal for everyday wear, formal events and meaningful gifts.
Morrison Clan Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about Morrison tartan, Dùn Èistean and why this design matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
What is the Morrison tartan?
Morrison is recorded by the Scottish Register of Tartans as a Clan/Family tartan, with a green sett based on the MacKay tartan and a bold red version.
What does the name Morrison mean?
The Lewis Morrisons take their name from the Gaelic Mac Ghille Mhoire, "son of the servant of Mary."
What were the brieves of Lewis?
The Morrisons were the hereditary brieves, or judges, of Lewis, who administered the old Celtic law under the MacLeods.
What is Dùn Èistean?
A dramatic sea-stack fortress off the coast of Ness in Lewis, the historic stronghold of the Morrisons.
Why is the Morrison tartan like the MacKay?
The green Morrison is based on the MacKay tartan, in memory of the clan's old ties to the MacKays of Durness.
Who can wear Morrison tartan?
People with Morrison or Morison ancestry, related septs or a respectful connection to the clan and Scottish heritage can wear Morrison tartan.
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