Duncan
Duncan Tartan Collection
Celebrate an ancient eastern clan with the Duncan collection — the kindred of Lundie and Camperdown, kin to the Children of Duncan, who gave Scotland a great admiral, under the steadfast motto Disce Pati, "learn to endure."
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About the Duncan Tartan
Duncan is one of the oldest names in Scotland, from the Gaelic Donnchadh, "brown warrior." Clan Duncan shares its ancient origins with Clan Donnachaidh, the Robertsons, both springing from the old Celtic Earls of Atholl and from Stout Duncan, who fought for the Bruce. In time the Duncans took their own path in the east of Scotland, chief among them the Duncans of Lundie in Forfarshire, and they have their own distinctive tartan.
Whether you bear the Duncan name, descend from Forfarshire or Perthshire, or simply admire a clan of ancient roots and naval glory, this collection brings the Duncan tartan into wearable apparel, everyday accessories, home decor and meaningful heritage gifts.
Duncan Tartan Pattern & Colours
The Duncan tartan is a handsome sett of blue and green crossed with black and lifted by bold lines of red — rich, dignified colours closely related to the Robertson pattern, reflecting the clan's ancient kinship with the Children of Duncan, yet worn proudly as the Duncans' own.
Who Is This Collection For?
The Duncan tartan collection is a meaningful choice for the Duncan and Duncanson family, descendants of Forfarshire, Angus and Perthshire, those with Clan Donnachaidh kinship, and anyone drawn to a clan of ancient name and naval renown.
- Duncan & Duncanson family
- Forfarshire & Angus roots
- Clan Donnachaidh kin
- Clan gatherings
- Birthday & Christmas gifts
- Everyday tartan style
Duncan Clan Heritage
The clan's name comes from Donnchadh Reamhar, "Stout Duncan," who led his kin for Robert the Bruce in the Wars of Independence; from his great-grandson Robert sprang the Robertsons, while others kept the name Duncan. The predominant family were the Duncans of Lundie in Forfarshire, whose lands took in the barony of Lundie and the estate of Gourdie, in the fertile country north of the Tay.
The clan's greatest son was Admiral Adam Duncan of Lundie, who as commander of the North Sea Fleet won the great victory of Camperdown over the Dutch in 1797, and was created Viscount Duncan of Camperdown; his son was made Earl of Camperdown. Sir William Duncan served as physician to King George III. The crest is a ship under full sail, fitting for a clan of such naval fame, and the motto is Disce Pati, "learn to endure."
Duncan Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about the Duncan tartan, who can wear it, and why Duncan products make meaningful Scottish heritage gifts.
What is the Duncan tartan?
It is the clan tartan of Clan Duncan, a blue and green sett with black and red, closely related to the Robertson pattern through the clans' shared ancestry.
Who can wear the Duncan tartan?
Anyone can wear it. It is especially meaningful for those of the Duncan name and for anyone with Forfarshire, Angus or Perthshire ancestry.
Is Duncan connected to Clan Robertson?
Yes. The Duncans and the Robertsons (Clan Donnachaidh) share the same ancient origins in the Celtic Earls of Atholl and in Stout Duncan.
Who was Admiral Adam Duncan?
Adam Duncan of Lundie, who won the Battle of Camperdown over the Dutch fleet in 1797 and was created Viscount Duncan of Camperdown.
Why is there a ship on the Duncan crest?
The ship under sail honours the clan's great naval hero, Admiral Adam Duncan, victor of Camperdown.
Is Duncan tartan a good gift?
Yes. Duncan products make thoughtful gifts for family members, clan gatherings, birthdays, Christmas and Scottish heritage celebrations.
Celebrate Your Duncan Heritage in Style
Discover Duncan tartan apparel, accessories and meaningful Scottish-inspired gifts that honour Lundie, the victory of Camperdown and the motto Disce Pati.
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