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Douglas Clan and Tartan Finder
The surname Douglas is currently listed with Clan Douglas at HIGH 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.
HIGH confidence
| Primary clan | Clan Douglas |
|---|---|
| Confidence score | 95 / 100 |
| Audit classification | PASS |
| Region | Lanarkshire, Borders, Angus, Moray, Galloway and Dumfriesshire |
| Review status | verified |
Direct Answer
Listed in Clan Douglas reference material or as direct spelling variant; some associated families may also stand independently.
Verification Notes
- Clan association is strong; tartan recommendation is generic and should be improved with a direct tartan record URL.
- Tartan association uses a generic tartan hub rather than a specific tartan page or direct SRT entry.
Associated Tartans
Alternative Interpretations
- No alternative clan association is listed in this starter dataset.
Related Surnames and Spellings
- Douglas
- Douglass
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 Douglas belong to?
This audited dataset lists Douglas with Clan Douglas at HIGH confidence. Listed in Clan Douglas reference material or as direct spelling variant; some associated families may also stand independently.
What tartan is associated with Douglas?
The recommended tartan starting point is: Douglas tartans. Confirm exact stock and variant with a kilt hire supplier.
Is the Douglas clan association certain?
The audit classification is PASS. Clan and sept relationships can vary between sources, especially where the page lists alternative clans or review notes.