Collection: Rollo

🏰 Clan Rollo History

Clan Rollo (also known as Clan Rollock or Clan Roll) is a Scottish clan originating from Perthshire, in central Scotland. The name “Rollo” is of Norman origin, derived from the Old Norse Rolf or Hrolf, which became Rollo in French. The clan’s ancestors are thought to have come to Scotland with William the Conqueror, or soon after, and settled near Dunning and Auchterarder in Perthshire.

By the 14th century, the family was well established in Scotland. Sir Walter Rollo supported King Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence, earning royal favor. Later members of the clan distinguished themselves militarily in Scotland and abroad, including in Sweden and Germany during the Thirty Years’ War.

The main family seat historically was Duncrub House, located near Dunning. The head of the clan bears the title Lord Rollo of Duncrub, a peerage created in 1651 for Sir Andrew Rollo, who supported King Charles II.

🦌 Clan Crest

Your image shows the Clan Rollo crest badge, which features:

• A stag’s head couped proper, representing courage, grace, and peace.

• The crest is surrounded by a belt and buckle, a traditional symbol used to display allegiance to a Scottish clan chief.

The crest reflects both nobility and a connection to nature — virtues prized by the clan’s early members.

🛡️ Clan Motto

The motto displayed is:

“La Fortune Passe Partout”
(French for “Fortune passes everywhere”)

This motto conveys adaptability and resilience — the idea that fortune (or opportunity) can be found in every circumstance. It hints at the clan’s Norman roots and its long-standing reputation for versatility and resourcefulness.

👪 Clan Septs (Associated Families)

Over the centuries, families allied or adopted into Clan Rollo have used variations of the name, including:

• Rollock

• Rollox

• Roll

• Rollow

• Rollie

These names often appear in historical records from Perthshire, Fife, and Angus.

🧵 Clan Tartan

The Rollo tartan features a striking combination of:

• Dark green, navy blue, and black base tones,

• With fine red and white overstripes.

It is a modern tartan, registered with the Scottish Tartans Authority, and often worn by members and descendants of the clan at gatherings and Highland events.

📜 Summary