Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Mearns within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Mearns, par. and vil., SE. Renfrewshire - par. (comprising the greater part of town of Busby), 10,281 ac., pop. 3965; vil., called Newton Mearns, 3 miles SE. of Busby, pop. 900; P.O., 1 Bank; 1 mile E. of vil. is Mearns Castle, an old baronial stronghold.