Gruoch
Gruoch ingen Boite (fl. c. 1015 – unknown) was a Scottish queen, the daughter of Boite mac Cináeda, son of Cináed II. She is most famous for being the wife and queen of MacBethad mac Findlaích (Macbeth), as well as being the inspiration behind Lady Macbeth in Shakespeare's Macbeth. The dates of her life are uncertain.
| Gruoch | |
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A engraving depicting of Gruoch seeking help from Macbeth, created c. the 19th century. | |
| Queen consort of Alba | |
| Tenure | 14 August 1040 – 15 August 1057 |
| Born | c. 1015 |
| Died | unknown |
| Spouse | Gille Coemgáin, Mormaer of Moray Macbeth, King of Scotland |
| Issue | Lulach, King of Scotland |
| House | Alpin |
| Father | Boite mac Cináeda |
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