This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ScottRCAnderson Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.cranston/134.2.2.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: > Cranstoun Just a note on this spelling of the name: it is generally associated only with the family of Lord Cranstoun from its advancement to the peerage in the early 17th century, and no other branches. They may well have chosen this variant for distinction. So unless you find the person using the spelling in records, don't assume that it applies to them. Scott Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.