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Thomas 'Sir, of Riccarton' Craig 1610–1663

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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)
Verification checklist
  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Thomas Craig in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 4 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 15 Mar 1610 · Riccarton, Midlothian, Scotland
Died 27 Sep 1663 · Riccarton, Edinbourgh, Midlothian, Scotland
Father Sir Lewis Craig Lord Wrightslands
Mother Lady Beatrix Chirnsyde
Siblings Alexander Craig, Anna Craig, Elizabeth Craig, James Craig, John Craig, Jonet Craig, Lady Anne Craig, Margaret Craig, Robert Craig, Thomas Craig Lord

Researchers connected through Thomas Craig 1610–1663

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Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
No spouse recorded
Children
No children recorded

Biography

The story of Thomas 'Sir, of Riccarton' Craig began in 1610 in Riccarton, Midlothian, Scotland. Thomas 'Sir, of Riccarton' Craig passed away in 1663 in Riccarton, Edinbourgh, Midlothian, Scotland.

Sources

  1. 1
    City Directory Armorial Families: A Directory of Coat-Armour

  2. 2
    Record Burke’s Family Records (Indexed)

  3. 3
    Record Geneanet Community Trees Index

  4. 4
    Baptism Records Scotland, Select Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950

  5. 5
    Marriage Records Scotland, Select Marriages

  6. 6
    Record Scotland, Red Books of Scotland

  7. 7
    Record U.S., Family History Books

Life Timeline

1610
Birth of Thomas 'Sir, of Riccarton' Craig in Riccarton, Midlothian, Scotland
Birth
1663
Death of Thomas 'Sir, of Riccarton' Craig in Riccarton, Edinbourgh, Midlothian, Scotland
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Thomas Craig

This ancestor line traces from Gladsmuir, East Lothian, Scotland (1509) to Riccarton, Midlothian, Scotland (1610) across 4 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Thomas Craig (1610–1663) was born in Riccarton, Midlothian, Scotland and died in Riccarton, Edinbourgh, Midlothian, 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 Thomas 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 4 generations of this lineage geographically.
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Thomas Craig's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

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Thomas 'Sir, of Riccarton' Craig PTP
1610–1663
Riccarton, Midlothian, Scotland
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Thomas Craig's Descendants

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