Fraser
Fraser is a surname that originated from France. The name is derived from the French word "fraisier" which means strawberry plant. The Fraser family has a long and distinguished history in Scotland, with the first recorded Fraser, Sir Simon Fraser, appearing in the early 12th century. The family has been involved in many significant events in Scottish history, including the Wars of Scottish Independence and the Jacobite risings.
Origins[edit | edit source]
The Fraser family originated from France, with the name derived from the French word "fraisier", meaning strawberry plant. The family's coat of arms features strawberry flowers, reflecting this origin. The first recorded Fraser, Sir Simon Fraser, appeared in the early 12th century. He owned lands in East Lothian and Tweeddale.
History in Scotland[edit | edit source]
The Fraser family has a long and distinguished history in Scotland. They were involved in many significant events, including the Wars of Scottish Independence and the Jacobite risings. The family held many titles, including the Lordship of Lovat and the Earldom of Saltoun.
Notable members[edit | edit source]
There have been many notable members of the Fraser family throughout history. These include:
- Simon Fraser, 11th Lord Lovat, who was involved in the Jacobite rising of 1745.
- Alexander Fraser, 16th Lord Saltoun, who served as a British Army officer in the Crimean War and the Second Opium War.
- Laura Fraser, a contemporary Scottish actress known for her roles in films such as A Knight's Tale and television series like Breaking Bad.
In popular culture[edit | edit source]
The Fraser family features prominently in the Outlander series of novels by Diana Gabaldon, and the subsequent television adaptation. The main character, Jamie Fraser, is a member of the family.
See also[edit | edit source]
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