Cameron
This link will lead you to all the styles of Cameron tartan we do in store such as weathered, ancient, muted and modern Cameron tartan https://www.kiltmakers.com/tartan-search/search/?search=cameron
This link will lead you to the Scottish register of tartans however some of these tartans may be privately owned and created and would require permission to be used and woven https://www.tartanregister.gov.uk/qResults?searchString=cameron
This link will lead you to some of our clan crest accessories that we do for Cameron https://www.kiltmakers.com/clan-crest-accessories.html?option[Clan+Crest]=Cameron
With most kilts we would recommend a heavyweight Cameron tartan kilt
We have 36 Cameron tartans that we sell in store the most popular Cameron tartan we sell is 16/17oz a muted Cameron from Houston’s own range
The main colours in the Cameron tartan are red, green and yellow
Cameron of Erracht is blue, green, red, yellow and black
Cameron clan history
The rugged western coastline of Scotland and the desolate Hebrides islands serve as the ancestral homeland for the Cameron family. The name Cameron suggests that the original bearer resided in either Cameron near Edinburgh, Cameron in Lennox, or Cameron in Fife. Therefore, the name Camerons of the Lowlands has a territorial origin, originating from one of these three places. The Highland Clan name Cameron may have derived from the Lowland name, but it also has roots in the Gaelic word “cam-shron,” meaning wry or hook-nosed.
The Cameron Clan was renowned as being “Fiercer than fierceness itself” and was considered one of the oldest clans in Scotland. The hereditary name of the Clan chiefs is MacDhomnuill Duibh, derived from their ancestor “Black Donald.”
The first confirmed chief of the clan was discovered in 1411, during the reign of Donald Du. After this period, the clan divided into three distinct branches, each located at Letterfinlay, Strone, and Glen Nevis, with the clan seat situated at Lochaber.
The surname Cameron was initially found in Angus, which is part of the Tayside region in northeastern Scotland. Presently, it is known as the Council Area of Angus, formerly referred to as Forfar or Forfarshire. The Camerons were situated among the hills surrounding Lochy, Arkaig, and Ely.
According to tradition, the Camerons are believed to have descended from the Kings of Denmark and likely played a role in the restoration of King Fergus II in 404. The earliest written records of the Cameron Clan date back to the 13th century.
In 1214, Adam de Kamerun served as a witness to a charter for the monks of Cupar. In 1219, Hugh Cambrun held the position of sheriff of Forfar, and in 1233, Johannes Cambron served as a charter witness in Moray. In 1360, the Cameron Clan received the first official grant of the lands of Lochaber, and later obtained Locheil and Locharkaig from the Lord of the Isles.
Throughout history, the Camerons were engaged in ongoing conflicts with the Clan .
The Cameron Family motto is “aonaibh ri cheile” which translates to “unite”
Ewans tips for styling
There are many ways to style the Cameron tartan however our recommendation would be a classic black jacket. whether that be a prince Charlie or argyll, red and black are a classic pairing and would look great together
Muted Cameron of erracht is nice with a Forrest mid green tweed jacket or ocean petrol tweed jacket
We also recommend that you match the colour of your flashes to the colour of your tie wither that be a Cameron tartan tie or a plain colour such as a red or blue
Famous Cameron
A famous Cameron you might know being Rhona Cameron who is a famous Scottish comedian, tv presenter and writer with many comedy shows and shows such as find it, fix it, flog it.
Ancient Cameron clan from Loch Carron
Ancient Cameron of Erracht from Houstons own range
