Angus name meaning

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Updated: March 17th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Old Irish and Celtic
Usage: English, Scottish and Irish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Angus a-ngus
Meaning: One, Vigor, Strength, Only One, The Elements Óen Meaning One and One Choice
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What does Angus mean?

Admired and Ever lasting boy name Angus means "One, Vigor, Strength, Only One, The Elements Óen Meaning One or One Choice" and of Old Irish and Celtic origin is used commonly in English, Scottish and Irish.

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How do I pronounce Angus?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Angus is a-ngus. It can also be pronounced as an-gus.

Variants of Angus

Aeneas, Aineas, Aenneas

Names that rhyme with Angus

How popular is the name Angus?

In United States, Angus was once a common name since emerging in 1880 it has been given to over 6241 babies. At the peak of its usage in 1882,. However after 139 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts.

Moreover, the name has been to Also, A common name in England and Wales having over 4107 recievers in 23 years of usage. When at the peak of its usage in 1998, 273 boys were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 137th position.

Also, Angus is common in New South Wales where over 4892 new-borns have been given the name since 1990. Recently the name is rising, in 2008, it ranked 35th when 240 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.

Also, In Queensland, Angus was once a common name since emerging in 1993 it has been given to over 2683 babies. At its zenith in 2008,. However after 27 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts.

Also, A common name in Victoria having over 1796 recievers in 12 years of usage. When at the peak of its usage in 2008, 226 boys were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 23rd position.

Angus is an uncommon baby name in Ireland, where it last appeared in 2008 after 20 years of use since 1964. In France, it has been in use since 1996 but could not make beyond the top 2000.

There are over 311 babies that have been given the name Angus in France. Angus is a rare baby name in Northern Territory, chances of it being still in use are very slim since it isn't seen since 2007.

But Angus is a popular baby name in England where every 1 in 8000 have the name as well as in, Scotland and Australia. At least, 40000 people globally have carried Angus as their given name according to our evaluation.

YearRankBirths
2018181383
2017165195
2016192275
2015173588
20141502107
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Angus in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands374200
Finland711750
Sweden12615600
Norway113600
Denmark56000

What numerology tells about Angus?

Remember that life is to have fun and don't worry much. Challenges don't scare you but on the contrary, they make you feel alive. It takes a long time for someone to gain a special place in your heart. Working harder than required is what you are known for. Even though you are a sensitive person, you hate being around people who don't have a problem with expressing their emotions. You are a child of change.

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  •  Nolan means Northern Country or Power is mostly used in Hindi and Oriya and originated from Old Irish and Celtic is a unisex name
  •  Ailean - Uncustomary Ailean particulary is used in English and English is a gender-neutral name, meaning of Ailean is "Fair or Handsome" has origin in Celtic
  •  Gildas means Hair or Name of a Historian is used primarily in English and Welsh is a gender-neutral name is originated from Celtic and Welsh
  •  Quenan - The Quenan has origin in Celtic, Quenan means "Beautiful"
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Sibling Names for Angus

If you're looking for sibling names to go with the name "Angus," we've got you covered. Below are some great options that complement this Scottish classic while still having their own unique flair. So whether you're expecting identical twins, or just trying to find a name that fits well with Angus, here are some great suggestions to consider.

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Famous people named Angus

  • Angus Lewis Macdonald, Canadian lawyer
  • Angus MacLean, politician and farmer in Prince Edward Island
  • Angus G. Wynne, Angus Gilchrist Wynne Jr
  • Angus Loughran, British sports commentator and pundit
  • Angus McDonald, Canadian politician
  • Angus Daniel McDonald, an American railroad executive
  • Angus Oblong,
  • Angus MacDonell, soldier and political figure in Upper Canada
  • Angus Diggle, disgraced British former solicitor
  • Angus Wells, British writer of genre fiction
  • Angus Graham, strongman born circa 1812 on the Isle of Lewis
  • Angus M. Cannon, early Latter Day Saint leader and Mormon pioneer
  • Angus Redford, former South Australian politician
  • Angus McBean, Welsh photographer
  • Angus Peter McDonald, Ontario contractor and political figure
  • Angus Peter Campbell, Scottish award-winning poet, novelist, journalist
  • Angus Holden, 1st Baron Holden, British Liberal Party politician
  • Angus Holden, 3rd Baron Holden, British Liberal then Labour politician
  • Angus Hargreaves Robinson, owner of a grazing property, 'Yanjettee'
  • Angus Bethune, oldest son of the Reverend John Bethune
  • Angus Dun, noted United States clergyman and author,
  • Angus McIsaac, Canadian lawyer
  • Angus Kennedy, 6th Marquess of Ailsa, Scottish peer, the son of Archibald Kennedy
  • Angus McBride, English historical and fantasy illustrator
  • Angus Bernard MacEachern, Scottish Bishop in the Roman Catholic Church
  • Angus L. Bowmer, founder of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival
  • Angus Clark, guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer
  • Angus McDonnell, British engineer
  • Angus Grossart, Scottish businessman
  • Angus Shaw, fur trader and political figure in Lower Canada
  • Angus Suttie, studio potter and teacher of art ceramics
  • Angus Mackay, Scottish historian and Hispanist
  • Angus Stirling, former director general of the National Trust and has served on many other charitable bodies
  • Angus Sutherland, Scottish Liberal politician
  • Angus Munn, Canadian soldier
  • Angus Strathie, Australian costume designer
  • Angus James Morrison, was provincial-level politician in Alberta
  • Angus McPhee, Scottish Outsider Artist,
  • Angus Lamond, American lacrosse player and is considered to be one of the great defensemen of the pre-NCAA era of college lacrosse
  • Angus Deaton, British American economist and author
  • Angus Maddison, world leading British economist specialising
  • Angus Macintyre, scientist
  • Angus Deayton, English actor, writer, musician, comedian
  • Angus Calder, Scottish academic, writer, historian
  • Angus Wilson, English novelist and short story writer
  • Angus Ogilvy, British businessman
  • Angus Robertson, former Scottish politician who was the
  • Angus King, Angus Stanley King Jr
  • Angus Wilton McLean, American lawyer and banker
  • Angus Young, Scottish-Australian guitarist
  • Angus Fraser, MBE is currently Middlesex County Cricket Club's managing director of cricket
  • Angus Tait, New Zealand electronics innovator and businessman
  • Angus MacLise, American percussionist, composer, poet

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