Clan Binning
Clan Binning (Binning Tartan)
Crest: A demi horse furnished for a waggon, Proper
Motto: Christo Duce Feliciter (Happily, under the guidance of Christ)
Region: Lowlands
Historic Seat: Binning, in the parish of Uphall, West Lothian
Clan Chief: None, armigerous clan
1. Clan Binning History
The surname also appears as Binnie and Binney, with its roots in the parish of Uphall, West Lothian, where the Barony of Binning was situated.
William de Binnin, prior of Newbattle, rose to prominence in 1243 when he assumed leadership in Crail.
John de Bynning reclaimed lands in Edinburgh, forfeited by John Slingisbie during David II's reign, marking a significant shift in ownership.
Friar John Benyng took charge of the assets of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem at Torphichen in 1388, overseeing its affairs with diligence.
Symon de Bynninge, serving as bailie of Aberdeen (1396 – 98), likely joined Symon Benyn and others in accompanying the provost of Aberdeen to the battle of Harlaw in 1411.
John de Benyne, a canon regular of Cambuskenneth Abbey in 1403, left his mark on the religious landscape.
The tenure of William de Benning, documented as owning a tenement in Edinburgh between 1414 and 1426, showcases the family's influence in the capital.
Richard Benyne, a prominent burgess of Perth in 1458 and 1463, contributed to the city's governance, while Thomas Benyng served as burgess of Aberdeen in 1468.
Alexander Bynne's croft in Aberdeen around 1550 highlights the family's connection to the city, and Sir Robert Bynne's role as a chapel singer in 1555 added a musical dimension to their legacy.
John Binnie's succession to Elizabeth Binnie's estate in 1574 underscores the family's enduring presence, echoed by James Binnie's residency in Brigend, parish of Morrowingside, in 1636, with numerous others of the Binnie lineage flourishing in the vicinity.
John Binnie's incarceration in the Tolbooth of Edinburgh in 1681 and John Binnie of Byrs inheriting lands of Drumcross in 1698 are testament to the family's encounters with the law and its continued influence in property matters.
The proliferation of the name in Edinburgh during the 17th century attests to the Binnie clan's deep roots in the city's history.
2. Clan Binning Tartans
While there isn't a registered Binning tartan, those belonging to the Binning lineage, recognized as a sept of Clan MacBean, have the option to wear the MacBean tartan.
MacBean Modern
3. Clan Binning Crest & Coats of Arms
3.1 Clan Binning Crest
Worn by all of the name and ancestry
Crest Description:
A demi horse furnished for a waggon, Proper
3.2 Clan Binning Coat of Arms
A note on Coats of Arms:
According to Scottish heraldic law, a coat of arms is bestowed upon an individual, with the exception of civic or corporate arms. There is no concept of a "family coat of arms." The arms depicted below are personal arms, with the aforementioned exceptions. Only the individual to whom these arms are granted possesses the right to use them.
BINNING of that Ilk
Argent, on a bend engrailed, Sable, a mullet, of the first
4. Clan Binning Places & People
4.1 Clan Binning People
4.1.1 Hugh Binning (1627–1653)
Hugh Binning, a Scottish thinker deeply rooted in his homeland's culture and traditions, hailed from the lands of Dalvennan in Straiton, Ayrshire. Born to John Binning and Margaret M’Kell, he displayed remarkable intellectual prowess from a young age.
At just 13, he embarked on his philosophical journey at the University of Glasgow under the tutelage of James Dalrymple, 1st Viscount of Stair. When Stair retired, leaving a void in philosophical leadership, a nationwide quest ensued for a successor.
Among the three finalists, Hugh, though merely 18 and lacking noble lineage, stood out. Backed by fervent support from the faculty and delivering compelling speeches, he emerged victorious as others gracefully bowed out.
On 7th February 1648, at the tender age of 21, Hugh ascended as an Advocate before the esteemed Court of Sessions. The same year, he exchanged vows with Barbara Simpson, daughter of Rev. James Simpson, an Irish clergyman.
Their son, John, entered the world in 1650. Alongside his legal pursuits, Hugh answered the call to serve as a minister in Govan, then a distinct entity from Glasgow.
Tragically, Hugh succumbed to consumption in September 1653, a mere 26 years old, finding his eternal rest in the hallowed grounds of Govan's churchyard.
Patrick Gillespie, principal of the University of Glasgow, orchestrated a commemorative monument inscribed in Latin, honoring Hugh's legacy of piety, erudition, and unwavering commitment to the Gospel.
A staunch Covenanter and disciple of John Knox, Hugh, despite his philosophical grounding, embraced the harmonious coexistence of philosophy and theology, believing them to be complementary rather than contradictory.
5. Associated Names
Binning is a sept of Clan MacBean