Strange (Strang) Tartan Collection
Strange Family Tartan Collection
Celebrate the Strange name with a Scottish heritage tartan — from the old word for a stranger, borne by families settled in Fife since the Middle Ages.
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About the Strange Family Tartan
The Strange name — in Scotland usually Strang — comes from the Old French estrange, meaning a stranger or newcomer, a name given to incomers who settled in a district. It was carried to Britain in the Norman age and took root in Scotland, above all in Fife.
As a family name rather than a Highland clan, Strange is most fittingly matched with a family or district tartan. This collection brings a fitting Scottish tartan into wearable apparel, accessories, home decor and heritage gifts.
Strange Tartan Pattern and Colours
This collection draws on a warm ground of deep red and green crossed with dark lines — dignified, handsome colours fitting for an old family of the East Neuk and the Fife coast.
Strange Heritage
Names given to newcomers are among the oldest in Britain, and estrange — the stranger — was one of them, borne by families of Norman and Continental origin who settled among the local people. In Scotland the name settled into the form Strang, and families of the name are recorded from the medieval centuries.
The Strangs of Balcaskie in the East Neuk of Fife were the best known house of the name, holding their lands in that rich coastal country of fishing towns and old kirks. Others of the name are found through the eastern counties and in Orkney; among them was Sir Robert Strange, one of the finest engravers of the eighteenth century, whose prints were admired across Europe.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for those of the Strange and Strang name, families with Fife and east coast roots, and anyone who wishes to honour an old Scottish name.
- ✓ Strange and Strang family
- ✓ Fife and East Neuk roots
- ✓ Balcaskie heritage
- ✓ Family gatherings and reunions
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Deep red and green tartan style
How to Wear Strange Tartan
A Strange family or district tartan 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.
Strange Family Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about the Strange name, the tartan its members wear and why it matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
Does Strange have its own clan tartan?
Strange is a family name rather than a Highland clan, so it is most fittingly worn with a family or district tartan.
What does the name Strange mean?
It comes from the Old French estrange, a stranger or newcomer — a name given to incomers who settled in a district.
Are Strange and Strang the same name?
Yes — Strang is the usual Scottish form of the same name.
Where is the name found in Scotland?
Above all in Fife, where the Strangs of Balcaskie held lands in the East Neuk, and through the eastern counties and Orkney.
Who was Sir Robert Strange?
One of the finest engravers of the eighteenth century, of this name, whose prints were admired across Europe.
Who can wear the Strange tartan?
Anyone of the Strange or Strang name, or with a family connection, can wear a family or district tartan.
Carry the Strange Name with Pride
Discover family and district tartan clothing, accessories and gifts for the Strange family — honouring Balcaskie, the East Neuk and an old Scottish name.
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