Aikenhead was a skinner (glover) by occupation and held the positions of councillor, bailie and Dean of Guild. In 1636, the estate was sold to John Livingston, an Edinburgh apothecary whose family had become connected to the Aikenheads by marriage. His wife, Elizabeth Rig, appears to have been a relation of William Rig above.
Aikenhead's occupation as a leatherworker and his positions of authority in his community are highlighted. In 1636, the estate changed hands to John Livingston, an Edinburgh apothecary whose family had connections to the Aikenheads through marriage. His wife, Elizabeth Rig, was related to William Rig, who is mentioned earlier.