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The west coast of Scotland and the rocky Hebrides islands are the ancient home of the MacBrooomb family. The root of their name is the Gaelic name Maca'Bhriuthainn, which literally means the son of a judge.

Early Origins of the MacBrooomb family

The surname MacBrooomb was first found in on the Isle of Islay. Later, Andro McBrome, the burgess of Kirkcudbright, was charged with intromitting with pirates, 1576. Joannes McBromius appears in 1655 with his name in Latin form and Margaret McKbroome in the parish of Stonykirk, 1684. 1

Early History of the MacBrooomb family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our MacBrooomb research. Another 106 words (8 lines of text) covering the year 1685 is included under the topic Early MacBrooomb History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

MacBrooomb Spelling Variations

Spelling and translation were not standardized practices until the last few centuries. Spelling variations are extremely common among early Scottish names. MacBrooomb has been spelled MacBroom, MacBrayne and others.

Early Notables of the MacBrooomb family

More information is included under the topic Early MacBrooomb Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the MacBrooomb family

Numerous Scottish settlers settled along the east coast of the colonies that would become the United States and Canada. Others traveled to the open country of the west. At the time of the American War of Independence, some remained in the United States, while those who remained loyal to the crown went north to Canada as United Empire Loyalists. The highland games and Clan societies that sprang up across North America in the 20th century have helped many Scots to recover parts of their lost traditions. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first MacBrooombs to arrive in North America: Lough MacBrane settled in South Carolina in 1716; Patrick MacBraan settled in Pennsylvania in 1871.

The MacBrooomb Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Fortis ceu leo fidus
Motto Translation: As strong as a dependable lion.
  1. Black, George F., The Surnames of Scotland Their Origin, Meaning and History. New York: New York Public Library, 1946. Print. (ISBN 0-87104-172-3)
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