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For all Scottish monarchs, see Scottish monarchs. For Kenneth MacAlpin, see Kenneth I of Scotland.
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This family tree shows the kings from the House of Alpin and Dunkeld.

The House of Alpin was a family of kings who ruled Scotland a long time ago. They were also called the Alpínid dynasty or Clann Chináeda. These kings ruled from around 843 or 848 AD, starting with Kenneth MacAlpin I. They were known as "King of the Picts." This royal family ruled until the death of Malcolm II in 1034. Some people believe the family's rule continued until Lulach died in 1058.

The First Kings: Sons of Alpin II

These were the first kings from this important family.

Sons of Kenneth I

After Kenneth MacAlpin, his sons became kings.

Some historians disagree about Aed's rule. They sometimes list Giric as the next king after Constantine I.

A Possible King: Son of Dungal

Sons of Constantine I

Sons of Aed

Constantine II gave up his throne (this is called abdicated). He died around 952.

Sons of Donald II

Sons of Constantine II

Sons of Malcolm I

Sons of Indulf

  • Cuilén mac Illuilb (967 - 971)

The exact years of Cuilén's rule are not fully known.

More Kings: Sons of Malcolm I

Sons of Cuilén

Sons of Dub

Kenneth III of Scotland
This is Kenneth III, who was king from 997 to 1005.

Sons of Kenneth II

The End of the House of Alpin

Most people agree that the House of Alpin ended when Malcolm II died in 1034. However, some lists include later kings, saying the family's rule lasted until Lulach. This is sometimes called the "Extended House of Alpin."

Extended House of Alpin

These kings are sometimes included in the House of Alpin.

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