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Scandinavian Scotland has a rich history of clans and septs. Some of the notable clans and septs associated with this region include:

1. Clan Cochrane: Traditionally, the original ancestor of Clan Cochrane in Scotland was a Scandinavian Viking who settled in what is now Dunbartonshire, Scotland. Source

2. Clan Gunn: This Highland Scottish clan is associated with lands in northeastern Scotland, including Caithness, Sutherland, and Orkney, regions that have historical ties with Scandinavia. Source

3. Clan MacLeod: Some septs of Clan MacLeod include Bethune, Beton, Betha, and Bethea, which are also associated with Clan MacBeth. Source

4. Clan MacDonald: Clan Donald Burkes, who are part of Clan Donald, have origins from the Irish-Norman de Burca and are associated with Skye, Uist, and other parts of Scotland with Scandinavian influence. Source

These clans and septs reflect the historical and cultural ties between Scandinavia and Scotland, particularly in the northern and eastern parts of the country.