Byres is recorded in this Index as a Scottish barony in the counties of Edinburgh and Haddington. The earliest record identified so far is dated 1524. It also appears in the sources as Byris and Byers.
The historical record
References identified
Register of the Great Seal
RMS 1513–1546, no. 265 (30 May 1524), Crown transumpt and confirmation of charter by Patrick, Lord Lindsay of the Byres, expressly of the lordship and barony of Byres.
Retours and Lyon records
Retours, Edinburgh/Haddington — place-name index evidence; exact numbered Retour/date not yet resolved.
Retours, Haddington place-name index entry; exact numbered retour/date not yet resolved
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