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Duke of Lauderdale - Definition and Overview

The title Earl of Lauderdale was created in the Peerage of Scotland in 1624. The second Earl was created Duke of Lauderdale, but at the time of his death, the dukedom became extinct, while his earldom passed to his brother. Other titles associated with the earldom are: Viscount of Lauderdale (created 1616), Viscount of Maitland (1624), Lord Maitland of Thirlestane (1590) and Lord Thirlestane and Boulton (1624). All of these titles are in the Peerage of Scotland. The title Viscount of Maitland is used as a courtesy title for the Earl's eldest son and heir.

Lords Maitland (1590)

  • John Maitland, 1st Lord Maitland (1545-1595)
  • John Maitland, 2nd Lord Maitland (d. 1645) (became Earl of Lauderdale in 1624)

Earls of Lauderdale (1624)

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