Map of Scotland showing where the McInroy arms are recorded
The McInroy arms were recorded in Perth, c. 1828.
Perth sat where the Highlands meet the Lowlands, and its families held land on both sides of that line. Estates passed down whole for centuries, and unbroken tenure is what puts a name in the register.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Scotland in this period.
George IV of the United Kingdom
Sovereign of the period
George IV of the United Kingdom
1820–1830
Reigning in Scotland when the McInroy arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Scotland
Scottish heraldry is unique because it treats a coat of arms as a piece of personal property protected by law. Only one person can own a specific design at any given time. When a family grows, the head keeps the original shield while other relatives must apply for their own distinct version with slight changes to prove their specific identity.
Granting authority
The Court of the Lord Lyon acts as the official body that regulates and controls all heraldic matters throughout Scotland.
How they got arms
Individuals obtain a legal right to their arms through a formal petition process that confirms their identity and family connection.
Where arms were recorded
All valid coats of arms are officially entered into the Public Register of All Arms and Bearings starting from 1672.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Perth.
Origin & History of the McInroy Family in Scotland
The surname McInroy is a variation of the Gaelic name Mac Iain Ruaidh, which translates to the son of red-haired John. This name originated in the Scottish Highlands, where it was common for families to identify themselves by the physical traits or names of their ancestors. By the early nineteenth century, members of the family had established a notable presence in the city of Perth. Records from 1828 confirm that the McInroy name was already well-integrated into the social and economic life of this region. During this era, families with this name were often involved in trade and local administration, reflecting the broader migration patterns of Highland families moving into urban centers for new opportunities. This transition from the Gaelic-speaking Highlands to the bustling town of Perth marked a significant chapter in the family history as they adapted to a changing Scottish society.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Mac Iain Ruaidh
Gaelic patronymic meaning son of red-haired John.
This name
McInroyA Scottish surname denoting descent from a red-haired ancestor named John.
also spelled
Mcinray
Mcinroie
Mcenroy
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Black, George F., The Surnames of Scotland: Their Origin, Meaning, and History, 1946
National Records of Scotland, Kirk Session Records of Perth, 1828
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pileWell-doing, and a mark of distinction
paleMilitary strength, and a fortified defence
wolfReward from long service and hard work
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
pileWell-doing, and a mark of distinction
paleMilitary strength, and a fortified defence
wolfReward from long service and hard work
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
