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The MacKay clan, also known as Clan MacAoidh, is a Highland Scottish clan. The clan's surname is derived from the Gaelic name Aoidh, meaning "fire". The traditional origin of the MacKay clan is traced back to the ancient kingdom of Moray. Their ancestral lands were primarily in Sutherland and had a long history of conflict and alliance with neighboring clans, most notably the Clan Sutherland and Clan Gunn.

The chiefship of Clan MacKay has been historically based at Tongue in Sutherland. The clan's emblem is the wild boar, and their war cry is "Sons of the Boar". Throughout Scottish history, the MacKay clan has been involved in various significant battles and political events, often supporting the Scottish crown. During the Jacobite uprisings, the clan was divided in its allegiances, with some members supporting the Stuarts and others remaining loyal to the Hanoverians.

The MacKay clan has a rich cultural heritage, with traditional music, stories, and Gaelic traditions. Like many Scottish clans, the MacKay clan association works to preserve its history and connect its members worldwide. The current chief of Clan MacKay is Euan MacKay, 15th Lord Reay.