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Angus

ANG-gəs

Angus is a boy’s name of Scottish origin, meaning “Derived from the Gaelic 'Aonghas', meaning 'one strength' or 'unique choice'.”. It currently ranks #2149 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2006.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginScottish

What Angus Means

Derived from the Gaelic 'Aonghas', meaning 'one strength' or 'unique choice'.

The Story of Angus

In ancient Scotland, this name was given to boys destined for unique strength, a legacy that still echoes today.

Angus originates from the Gaelic personal name Aonghas, meaning 'one strength' or 'unique choice'. It was a prominent name among Scottish royalty, particularly in the Pictish kingdom of Fortriu and later in the earldoms of Angus and the Isles. The name spread throughout Scotland and eventually to English-speaking countries, often associated with the Highland clans.

To call your son Angus is to give him a name that feels like a deep, resonant hum. It’s the sound of granite, of peat smoke, of a loyal heart beating steadily. You see him facing a challenge and know, instinctively, that he possesses an uncommon fortitude, a singular resolve that will see him through.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Angus Young

    Australian guitarist, AC/DC co-founder and songwriter

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentDeterminedLoyal

Peak Year

#126 in 2006

Total Births

6,692

First Recorded

1880

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