Earl of Ormond (Scotland)

Earl of Ormond was a title twice created in the Peerage of Scotland, both times for members of the Douglas family.

The related title Marquess of Ormond was created twice in the Peerage of Scotland for members of the House of Stuart.

In 1455, Ormond was defeated by Royal forces at the Battle of Arkinholm and captured, tried for treason and executed, with his earldom forfeiting back to the crown.

In 1488 the Marquess of Ormond was created Duke of Ross, the titles were held concurrently until his death in 1504.

The marquessate was created a second time in 1600 as a subsidiary title for the future King Charles I, the Duke of Albany.