Carra History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsCarra is one of the names derived from the families of the ancient Dalriadan clans of Scotland. It is derived from the name Macara, which is the Gaelic word for son of the young, manly one. Early Origins of the Carra familyThe surname Carra was first found in Perthshire (Gaelic: Siorrachd Pheairt) former county in the present day Council Area of Perth and Kinross, located in central Scotland, where they held a family seat from very ancient times, some say well before the Norman Conquest and the arrival of Duke William at Hastings in 1066 A.D. Early History of the Carra familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Carra research. Another 78 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1690, 1745, 1815 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Carra History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Carra Spelling VariationsSpelling in the medieval era was a highly imprecise process. Translation, particularly from Gaelic to English, was little better. For these reasons, early Scottish names are rife with spelling variations. In various documents Carra has been spelled McAree, MacAree, McAra, MacAra, McArra, MacArra, McCarra, MacCarra, McCarry, MacCarry, McCarrie and many more. Early Notables of the Carra familyMore information is included under the topic Early Carra Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Carra family to IrelandSome of the Carra family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
The hardy Scots who made the crossing settled all along the east coast of North America and in the great west that was just then opening up. At the time of the American War of Independence, many United Empire Loyalists moved north from the American colonies to Canada. Scottish national heritage became better known in North America in the 20th century through highland games and other patriotic events. An examination of immigration records and passenger ship lists revealed that people bearing the name Carra arrived in North America very early: Carra Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Carra Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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