Mowat Tartan Collection
Mowat Clan Tartan Collection
Celebrate Clan Mowat with a Scottish heritage tartan — an old family of Norman descent, from the high hill of Monte Alto, long seated in Caithness and the north-east.
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About the Mowat Clan Tartan
Clan Mowat is a family of Norman origin, recognised by the Court of the Lord Lyon, though as an armigerous clan it has no chief recognised at present. The name comes from de Monte Alto, "of the high hill," the same Norman root that gave rise to the name Moffat. Long seated in Caithness and the north-east, those of the name wear the Mowat tartan.
This collection brings a fitting Scottish tartan into wearable apparel, everyday accessories, home decor and meaningful heritage gifts, honouring an old family of the far north.
Mowat Tartan Pattern and Colours
This collection draws on a distinctive ground of purple and blue crossed with green and black — a dignified and unusual palette, fitting for an old family of Norman descent long settled on the northern coast.
Mowat Heritage
The Mowats came to Scotland with the Norman nobility, their name, de Monte Alto, marking a descent "of the high hill" — the same root that in the Borders became Moffat. The family rose to hold lands in the north-east and, above all, in Caithness in the far north, where the Mowats of Balquholly and Freswick were figures of note through the medieval centuries.
In the north the Mowats held their lands and shared in the affairs of Caithness, a county of Norse and Gaelic descent at the very top of Scotland. From the far north the Mowat name spread across Scotland and, with the emigrations, to Canada and beyond — carried, among others, by the writer Farley Mowat. The name keeps its old link to the Norman nobility and to Caithness.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for those of the Mowat and Mowatt name, families with Caithness and north-east roots, Norman-heritage families and anyone who wishes to honour an old Scottish name.
- ✓ Mowat and Mowatt family
- ✓ Caithness and north-east roots
- ✓ Norman-heritage families
- ✓ Family gatherings and reunions
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Distinctive purple tartan style
How to Wear Mowat Tartan
Mowat tartan works well across caps, shirts, hoodies, scarves, ties, jackets, blankets and keepsake gifts. The distinctive purple palette is a striking choice, suitable for everyday heritage wear, formal Scottish events and meaningful family gifts.
Mowat Clan Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about Mowat tartan, the family's Norman roots and why this design matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
Does Mowat have its own tartan?
Yes — Mowat is an armigerous clan recognised by the Lord Lyon, and those of the name wear the Mowat tartan.
What does the name Mowat mean?
It comes from the Norman de Monte Alto, "of the high hill" — the same root that gave the Border name Moffat.
Where is Clan Mowat from?
The Mowats held lands in the north-east and, above all, in Caithness in the far north of Scotland.
Is Mowat related to Moffat?
The two names share the Norman root de Monte Alto, though they developed as distinct families in different parts of Scotland.
Does Clan Mowat have a chief?
It is an armigerous clan, recognised by the Lord Lyon but without a chief recognised at present.
Who can wear Mowat tartan?
People of the Mowat or Mowatt name, related families or a respectful connection to the family and Scottish heritage can wear Mowat tartan.
Wear the Tartan of Clan Mowat
Discover Mowat tartan clothing, accessories and gifts inspired by Caithness, the north-east and the old Norman name of Monte Alto.
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