The McKerrells and their kin featured throughout the history of Scotland and England including the capture of Percy during the 1388 Battle of Otterburn, a pivotal victory for the Scots in the Anglo-Scottish wars.

The name McKerrell has two likely origins, it may derive from the Gaelic “Mac Cearbhaill” meaning “son of Cearbhall” with Cearbhall translating to “warlike” or “violent” or it may have come from Normandy with the “Criol” family who supported William the Conqueror during the Norman Invasion of 1066. It has been anglicized in various forms.

Charles McKerrell of Hillhouse continues to uphold its traditions and cultural activities.

The McKerrell crest and motto,
“Dulcis pro patria labor“
(It is sweet to labour for our country)
symbolize enduring pride and identity.

These are Privately Owned Tartans©
Available on request from McKerrell of Hillhouse
as is a solid silver badge of the family Crest.

Today, the McKerrell name can be found not only in Scotland but also among the Scottish diaspora, particularly in countries like Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, where many Scots emigrated over past centuries.

Charles McKerrell of Hillhouse, 15th Head of the Name is officially accepted by Lord Lyon as such.

As the Senior McKerrell, he would be pleased to have contact from McKerrells with any form of the name.