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Agnew Clan and Tartan Finder
The surname Agnew is currently listed with Clan Douglas at LOW confidence.
Clan associations and sept relationships can vary between historical sources and clan societies. Where differences exist, Kilt-Hire.co.uk aims to present the available evidence and identify disputed interpretations rather than present uncertain information as fact.
LOW confidence
| Primary clan | Clan Douglas |
|---|---|
| Confidence score | 45 / 100 |
| Audit classification | REVIEW |
| Region | Lanarkshire, Borders, Angus, Moray, Galloway and Dumfriesshire |
| Review status | review-required |
Direct Answer
Listed in Clan Douglas reference material or as direct spelling variant; some associated families may also stand independently.
Verification Notes
- Association appears in starter historic/reference material only; lower confidence until official clan society, Standing Council, academic or primary evidence is attached.
- Tartan association uses a generic tartan hub rather than a specific tartan page or direct SRT entry.
- No official clan society source is attached to this surname record.
Associated Tartans
Alternative Interpretations
- No alternative clan association is listed in this starter dataset.
Related Surnames and Spellings
- No alternative spellings listed.
Evidence and Sources
- Clan Douglas reference summary
Tier 4: Historic Clan References - Scottish Register of Tartans
Tier 1: Scottish Register of Tartans
FAQs
What clan does the surname Agnew belong to?
This audited dataset lists Agnew with Clan Douglas at LOW confidence. Listed in Clan Douglas reference material or as direct spelling variant; some associated families may also stand independently.
What tartan is associated with Agnew?
The recommended tartan starting point is: Douglas tartans. Confirm exact stock and variant with a kilt hire supplier.
Is the Agnew clan association certain?
The audit classification is REVIEW. Clan and sept relationships can vary between sources, especially where the page lists alternative clans or review notes.