Home Clan

Scottish Clans

Home Tartans & Clan

The Home clan tartan represents one of Scotland's most powerful Border families, whose ancient lineage traces from Norman origins to become Earls of Home. Their heritage spans centuries of Scottish politics, military leadership, and noble service across the Empire.

Clan Motto

A Home A Home A Home

Heritage & Identity

Who Wears Home Tartan?

Worn by Home descendants globally, sept families including Hume bearers, Border regiment veterans, Scottish nobility enthusiasts, and heritage celebrants across America, Canada, and Britain.

Associated Names

Hume

Hoom

Hoome

De Home

De Hume

Polwarth

Wedderburn-Home

Dunglass

Military Heritage

Associated Regiments

Home clan members served with distinction in Border Horse regiments, Scots Guards, and colonial forces, particularly excelling in European campaigns and North American frontier service throughout British military history.

King's Own Scottish Borderers

Scots Guards

Royal Scots Fusiliers

Black Watch (Canada)

Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders (Canada)

Border Horse

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Discover authentic Home clan products including traditional kilts, Border heritage accessories, clan crests, tartan scarves, noble dress items, and ceremonial pieces for descendants across North America and Britain.

Home Tartans

0 Variations

Each tartan can feature several variations, with the most common being Ancient, Modern, Weathered, Hunting and Dress.

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Ancient Tartan

Before 1860, all fabric dyes came from nature — plants, berries, bark, and insects. The colours they produced were softer and more muted than what we're used to today: think mossy greens, dusty sky blues, and reds with a warm, orangey tone. A lot of people actually prefer Ancient tartans for this reason — the gentler contrasts let the pattern breathe and stand out in a way that bolder colours sometimes don't. Worth knowing: the pattern itself, called the sett, is exactly the same across all variations of a tartan. It's only the colours that change.

The Home Story

Four centuries of history woven into every thread

Border Defense

The Home clan originated with the Norman knight William de Home, who received lands in Berwickshire from David I around 1140. The family quickly established themselves as powerful Border lords, building Home Castle as their stronghold near Kelso. Early clan chiefs served as wardens of the Scottish Marches, defending against English incursions. Sir Thomas Home fought alongside Robert the Bruce at Bannockburn in 1314, cementing the family's position among Scotland's nobility. Through strategic marriages and military service, the Homes became one of the most influential Border families, controlling vast territories along the Anglo-Scottish frontier during the turbulent medieval period.

Political Influence

During the 15th and 16th centuries, the Homes reached the pinnacle of Scottish nobility when Alexander Home, 3rd Lord Home, was created Earl of Home in 1605. The family played crucial roles in Border warfare and Scottish politics, with successive chiefs serving as Lord Wardens and Privy Councillors. Sir Alexander Home of Manderston distinguished himself in royal service, while cadet branches established themselves throughout the Borders. The clan weathered the religious upheavals of the Reformation while maintaining their Protestant faith and political influence. Home castles at Dunglass and The Hirsel became centers of Border culture, hosting nobles and diplomats throughout the turbulent era of Anglo-Scottish relations.

Where does the name Home come from?

Home derives from the ancient barony of Home in Berwickshire, Scotland, originating from the Norman family 'de Home' who arrived in the 12th century. The name likely stems from the Old English 'hom' meaning dwelling or settlement. The family established their seat at Home Castle near Kelso, with successive generations becoming prominent Border lords, eventually earning the earldom of Home in 1605 through their political and military service to the Scottish Crown.

Military Service

The 17th and 18th centuries saw the Homes adapt from Border warriors to distinguished statesmen and military leaders. The 1st Earl of Marchmont, Patrick Hume, played a pivotal role in the Glorious Revolution, suffering exile for opposing James VII before returning to high office under William and Mary. Home clan members served with distinction in European wars, including Marlborough's campaigns and the Seven Years' War. Meanwhile, younger sons emigrated to North America, establishing Home settlements in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Nova Scotia. The family's political influence continued through successive Earls of Home, who served as Scottish representatives in the Union Parliament and maintained their status among Britain's premier noble families.

Political Legacy

Throughout the 19th century, the Homes consolidated their position as one of Scotland's great political dynasties while embracing imperial opportunities. Clan members served as colonial governors, military officers in Highland regiments, and diplomatic representatives across the British Empire. The family produced distinguished scholars and politicians, including several Members of Parliament and government ministers. Home estates in the Borders modernized with agricultural improvements, while family members established successful careers in India, Canada, and Australia. The clan maintained their ancient seat at The Hirsel while adapting to Victorian society, with successive Earls serving in government positions and contributing to Scottish cultural institutions throughout the expanding Empire era.

The Home clan tartan carries the legacy of Scotland's Borders nobility, from ancient Berwickshire castles to distinguished service across Britain, Canada, and America.

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