Family

The Means family, while not an official Scottish clan, holds a distinct place in Scottish genealogy. The surname Means, like many Scottish surnames, is of territorial origin, deriving from the lands or estates once held by bearers of the name. Over the centuries, the family has spread across Scotland and into other parts of the world, each branch carrying with it a piece of Scottish heritage. The history of the Means family is interwoven with the larger tapestry of Scotland’s past, involving migrations, battles, and alliances that have shaped the nation’s history. Today, individuals with the Means surname continue to explore and celebrate their Scottish roots, contributing to the preservation of their unique cultural identity within the global Scottish diaspora.