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This is a list of notable hereditary and lineage organizations, and is informed by the database of the Hereditary Society Community of the United States of America.It includes societies that limit their membership to those who meet group inclusion criteria, such as descendants of a particular person or group of people of historical importance.
Pages in category "American people of Scottish descent" The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 1,398 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
This is a list of notable Scottish Americans, including both immigrants who obtained U.S. citizenship and their American descendants. To be included in this list, the person must have a Wikipedia article showing they are Scottish American or must have references showing they are Scottish American and are notable.
Neve Campbell, actress (Scottish father) John Candy (1950–1994), actor and comedian, father was of Scottish descent; Wilf Carter (1904-1996), Nova Scotia-born country musician; Jim Carrey, actor and comedian (his mother is Scottish Canadian from the Gordon Clan) [1] [2]) James Cockburn (1819-1883), first Speaker of the House in Canada ...
According to organization president Richard Porter, "By the middle of the 18th century, there were more than 100,000 Scots and people of Scottish descent in Colonial America. From farmers and laborers to the younger sons of the nobility, Scots came from all parts of their native country, as well as Ulster, seeking opportunities in the New World.
The Scottish diaspora consists of Scottish people who emigrated from Scotland and their descendants. The diaspora is concentrated in countries such as the United States , Canada , Australia , England , New Zealand , Ireland and to a lesser extent Argentina , Chile , and Brazil .
Scottish diaspora in the United States (4 C, 1 P) Pages in category "Scottish diaspora in North America" The following 3 pages are in this category, out of 3 total.
Pages in category "Scottish people of American descent" The following 15 pages are in this category, out of 15 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .