Family History
The surname MacBeth is derived from the Gaelic Mac Bheatha, meaning "Son of Life." Long established in the Scottish Highlands, the MacBeths were associated with learned families, hereditary physicians, and church service before later spreading throughout Scotland. Today, the surname remains a proud symbol of Scotland's rich Gaelic heritage and enduring history.
Motto
Conjuncta Virtuti Fortuna
Motto Translation
Fortune Is Joined with Valor
Tartan & Heritage
The MacBeth Tartan
The tartan shown here is the pattern selected for the MacBeth
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
MacBeth family line.
Crest Badge & Clan Heritage
The MacBeth 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.