Family History
The surname Chisholm is of Norman origin, believed to derive from lands in Roxburghshire before the family established itself in the Scottish Highlands. Closely associated with Strathglass in Inverness-shire, Clan Chisholm became renowned for its loyalty, resilience, and enduring Highland traditions. Today, the surname remains a proud symbol of Scotland's rich Highland heritage.
Motto Translation
I Am the Slayer of the Fierce
Tartan & Heritage
The Chisholm Tartan
The tartan shown here is the pattern selected for the Chisholm
family design in our heritage collection. Scottish surnames may have
connections to more than one tartan through clan, regional or historical
associations. This pattern is presented as surname-heritage artwork and
is not a claim that it is the only tartan associated with every
Chisholm family line.
Crest Badge & Clan Heritage
The Chisholm Crest Badge
The design shown here is presented in the style of a Scottish clan crest
badge, combining a heraldic crest and motto within a strap and buckle.
In Scottish tradition, the strap and buckle represents a clansman or
clanswoman’s association with the chief whose crest and motto are
shown. A crest badge is distinct from a coat of arms and should not be
understood as personal arms belonging to everyone who shares the
surname. Historical associations and heraldic designs may vary between
family branches and sources.