William Cunningham, 6th Earl of Glencairn facts for kids
William Cunningham, 6th Earl of Glencairn (born after 1530 – died around 1578) was an important Scottish nobleman. This means he was a person from a high-ranking family with special titles and duties in Scotland.
About William Cunningham
William Cunningham was the son of Alexander Cunningham, 5th Earl of Glencairn. His mother was Janet Hamilton. Her father was James Hamilton, 1st Earl of Arran.
His Family Life
William Cunningham married Janet Gordon of Lochinvar on August 20, 1547. Janet was the sister of John Gordon of Lochinvar. Her parents were Sir James Gordon of Lochinvar and Margaret Crichton.
William and Janet had several children together:
- James Cunningham, 7th Earl of Glencairn (who became the next Earl)
- John Cunningham, Laird of Ross
- Lady Jean Cunningham
- Lady Katherine Cunningham
- Lady Margaret Cunningham
- Lady Elizabeth Cunningham
- Lady Susannah Cunningham
William Cunningham passed away sometime between 1576 and early 1580.
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