PrincessJanet (The Beautiful Scotswoman) Stewart of Scotland- Fleming,"2nd Countess of Wigton, Lady of Edinburgh" (Governess of Mary, Queen of Scots) 1502–1562
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4 researchers on YourRoots have PrincessJanet Scots) in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 1 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 4 independent trees
Researchers connected through PrincessJanet Scots) 1502–1562
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of PrincessJanet (The Beautiful Scotswoman) Stewart of Scotland- Fleming,"2nd Countess of Wigton, Lady of Edinburgh" (Governess of Mary, Queen of Scots) began in 1502 in Edinburgh Castle, Midlothian, Scotland. PrincessJanet (The Beautiful Scotswoman) Stewart of Scotland- Fleming,"2nd Countess of Wigton, Lady of Edinburgh" (Governess of Mary, Queen of Scots) married sir malcolm henry fleming kt 3rd lord fleming lord chamberlain of scotland iv. PrincessJanet (The Beautiful Scotswoman) Stewart of Scotland- Fleming,"2nd Countess of Wigton, Lady of Edinburgh" (Governess of Mary, Queen of Scots) passed away in 1562 in Richmond Palace, Surrey, England.
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Oldest Ancestor Line from PrincessJanet Scots)
Frequently Asked Questions
- PrincessJanet Scots) (1502–1562) was born in Edinburgh Castle, Midlothian, Scotland and died in Richmond Palace, Surrey, England. 4 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, 4 researchers on YourRoots have PrincessJanet 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 1 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.
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PrincessJanet Scots)'s Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record