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 Originally Posted by figheadair
It is often the case in the south west of Scotland that may 'Mac' name come from Ireland. My bet is that this is the case here see the link to counties Antrim and Down via the surname Mac Duinnshléibhe - http://www.sloinne.ie/surname/en/macleavy/. The claimed links with the Stewarts of Appin is tenuous and Nathan's suggestion of the Ayrshire tartan is logical.
Fantastic point here, Peter. Absolutely spot on. And I agree, I would more than likely go with the Ayrshire district tartan.
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