Family History
The surname Wallace is believed to derive from the Old French word waleys, meaning “foreigner” or “Welshman.” The family became prominent in southwestern Scotland and is forever associated with Sir William Wallace, one of Scotland’s greatest national heroes. Today, the Wallace name remains a powerful symbol of courage, patriotism, and Scottish heritage.
Tartan & Heritage
The Wallace Tartan
The tartan shown here is the pattern selected for the Wallace
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
Wallace family line.
Crest Badge & Clan Heritage
The Wallace 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.