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Colin Campbell 1562–1610

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
Death year and location consistent across 2 trees

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Reliability Score: B
Medium — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Colin Campbell in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 5 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.

Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 2 independent trees

Born 22 Feb 1562 · Glenorchy, Scotland
Died 16 Jan 1610 · Glenarchy, Scotland
Father Colin 6Th Laird Of Glenorchy The Grey Laird Campbell
Mother Katherine Ruthven
Siblings Anna Campbell, Archibald Gillespick Dow Campbell, Beatrice Campbell, Elizabeth Campbell, Henry Alexander Campbell, Janet Macevir Campbell, John Campbell, Katherine Campbell, Margaret Campbell, Maria Mary Campbell, Marian Campbell, Patrick Of Auchinyre Campbell, Robert Graham, Sir Knight Duncan Black Knight 7 Th Laird Of Glenorchy 1St Baronet Campbell
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Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
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Children
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Biography

The story of Colin Campbell began in 1562 in Glenorchy, Scotland. Colin Campbell passed away in 1610 in Glenarchy, Scotland.

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Life Timeline

1562
Birth of Colin Campbell in Glenorchy, Scotland
Birth
1610
Death of Colin Campbell in Glenarchy, Scotland
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Colin Campbell

This ancestor line traces from Dirleton, East Lothian, Scotland (1450) to Glenorchy, Scotland (1562) across 5 generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Colin Campbell (1562–1610) was born in Glenorchy, Scotland and died in Glenarchy, Scotland. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have Colin in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 5 generations of this lineage geographically.
It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.

Related Records

Colin 6Th Laird Of Glenorchy The Grey Laird Campbell
Father
Katherine Ruthven
Mother
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Colin Campbell's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

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Colin Campbell PTP
1562–1610
Glenorchy, Scotland
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Colin Campbell's Descendants

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Colin Campbell PTP 1562–1610