Allow me to recount the storied history of your family, the Robertons. The roots of your family name are intertwined with the very essence of personal identity, hailing from the venerable name Robert. This name, rich in history, carries with it echoes of Norman or French origins, or perhaps springs from the old English ‘hroo-berht’, symbolizing a ‘bright flame’. Black, in harmony with Nisbet, reveals that the lands of Roberton were embraced by your family’s grasp as far back as 1200. A name intertwined with legacy, Robertus de Roberton left his mark, bearing witness to a charter alongside figures of eminence like Hugo of Biggar, Reginald of Crawford, and Archibald Douglas in 1228. A testament to the significance of the moment and the esteemed company that surrounded it.

Generations flowed and your family’s presence endured. Robert Roberton of that Ilk, a guardian of tradition, left his imprint on a charter around 1250. Then, in the intricate tapestry of history, Stephen de Roberton strode forth, his allegiance to Edward Balliol during the fervor for the Scottish crown evident as he graced the Ragman Roll in 1296, acknowledging Edward I as his sovereign. Yet, the winds of change were unyielding, as Robert the Bruce ascended the throne and the barony of Roberton was forfeited. A family resilient, Stephen’s son Symon forged anew through marriage to a daughter of Sir David Hamilton of Cadzow, claiming the lands of Earnock. The family’s flame endured, rekindled by a charter sealed by Robert II in 1380.

Through the passage of time, your family’s prosperity flourished through unions, alliances that added luster to your lineage. Daughters of the Laird of Earnock wove connections with the illustrious names of Hamilton and Dundas, marrying into dynasties of note. The spirited James Roberton of Earnock journeyed beyond borders, answering the call to serve under the Duke of Hamilton in the realm of King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden in 1631.

In the tapestry of your family’s history, illustrious figures emerged. James Roberton, Lord Bedley, born in 1590, distinguished himself as a scholar of the University of Glasgow. His path led him to serve as a Lord of Session, contributing to the legal landscape following the restoration of the Stuart monarchy. The realm of medicine welcomed the legacy of John Roberton, born at Earnock in 1797. A trailblazer in obstetrics and a champion of social reform, Roberton’s name reverberated through the corridors of medicine.

Music and passion converged in the soul of Sir Hugh Stevenson Roberton, a conductor and composer who orchestrated enchanting melodies. His compositions, briefly stilled by the winds of World War II, found their way back to harmony through the intervention of Winston Churchill, who recognized the power of a melody over the cacophony of conflict.

As you stand on the threshold of your family’s history, know that you are the inheritor of a legacy woven with tenacity, valor, and brilliance. Yours is a heritage illuminated by names that have left their indelible mark on time’s canvas. Embrace this narrative with pride, for it is a story that continues to unfold, guided by the flame of your family’s enduring spirit.