Marjory, Countess of Buchan facts for kids

Marjory, Countess of Buchan, also known as Margaret de Buchan, was an important Scottish noblewoman. She lived a long time ago, in the 1200s.

Marjory held the title of Countess of Buchan. This meant she was a powerful lady in charge of a large area of land in Scotland.

Becoming Countess of Buchan

Marjory became Countess because her father, Fergus, Earl of Buchan, had no sons. When he passed away, Marjory, as his daughter, inherited his important title and lands.

Marjory's Marriage

Marjory married William Comyn, Lord of Badenoch. William was already a powerful lord. This was William's second marriage. Because he married Marjory, he also became an Earl. He was known as the Earl of Buchan jure uxoris. This Latin phrase means "by right of his wife." So, he was an Earl because his wife, Marjory, was the Countess.

Founding Deer Abbey

In 1219, Marjory and William worked together to start a special place. They founded a Cistercian Abbey in a place called Deer. An abbey is a type of monastery where monks or nuns live and pray. This abbey was dedicated to Mary.

Later Life and Family

William Comyn passed away in 1233. After his death, Marjory continued to be the Countess of Buchan on her own. She held this important title until she passed away. After her death, her son, Alexander, became the next Earl of Buchan.

Marjory's Children

Marjory and William had a large family. They had at least seven children:

• Idonea Comyn, who married Gilbert de la Hay of Erroll.
• Alexander Comyn, who married Elizabeth de Quincy. He later became the Earl of Buchan.
• William Comyn.
• Margory Comyn, who married John de Keith.
• Fergus Comyn, who was the Lord of Gorgyn.
• Elizabeth Comyn, who married Uilleam, Earl of Mar.
• Agnes Comyn, who married Philip de Meldrum.