Hay / Leith Modern Tartan
From the Highlands of Scotland
About The Hay / Leith Modern Tartan
Hay and Leith share a close historical connection rooted in Scottish nobility and landownership. The Hay family is one of the most ancient and influential Scottish clans, originally established in the Lowlands and known for their roles as Earls of Erroll. The Hays' name derives from the Norman French de la Haye, meaning "of the hedge" or "enclosure," reflecting their early territorial holdings.
The name Leith is linked to the town of Leith, near Edinburgh, but also appears as a sept or allied family connected to the Hays. Historically, members of the Leith family married into the Hay lineage, creating strong familial and political bonds.
Over time, some branches of the Leith family adopted the Hay surname or were considered part of the extended Hay clan network. This close association is reflected in shared heraldry and the overlapping presence in Scottish historical records.
Associated Names/Septs ?
Hay, Haye, Hey, Leith, Laith, Leithes
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