A map of the Roman divisions of Britain with the Scoti shown as a tribal grouping in the north of IrelandA map of Ulster and the Hebrides. Scotia or the "Land of the Scots". By the time of King Robert I, Ireland was known as Scotia Maior (greater Scotia) and Scotland was known as Scotia Minor (lesser Scotia). Following the 11th century, Scotia was used almost exclusively for Alba or Scotland.
^ abDuffy, Seán. Medieval Ireland: An Encyclopedia. Routledge, 2005. p.698