FARQUHARSON
Farquharson
Farquharson is a Scottish surname with strong historical ties to the region of Aberdeenshire in northeastern Scotland. The name is believed to have originated from the Gaelic "MacFhearchair," meaning "son of Farquhar," with Farquhar being a personal name of Pictish origin.
The Farquharson clan emerged as a prominent Highland clan in the 16th century, with their ancestral seat at Invercauld in Braemar. They were closely associated with the Stuart monarchy and played significant roles in Scottish history, particularly during the Jacobite uprisings. The clan's chief holds the distinctive title of "Captain of the Clan," a title of antiquity.
The Farquharson tartan, a distinctive pattern of various colours, is a symbol of the clan's heritage and is still worn by many descendants today. The clan's motto, "Fide et Fortitudine" (By fidelity and fortitude), reflects the values of loyalty and strength that have characterised the Farquharson clan throughout history.
The surname Farquharson is found not only in Scotland but also in other parts of the United Kingdom and around the world, owing to emigration patterns over the centuries. It remains a proud symbol of Scottish heritage and a reminder of the clan's enduring legacy.
There are approximately 2,673 people named Farquharson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,331st most common surname in Britain. Around 41 in a million people in Britain are named Farquharson.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Iain
- Ian
- James
- John
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alison
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jane
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
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