Angus
Angus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หรฆล.ษกษs/
Meaning and origin of Angus
- A male given name from Scottish Gaelic of mostly Scottish usage.
Etymology
Anglicized form of Scottish Gaelic Aonghas, perhaps literally "one choice".
How popular is Angus?
Since 1880, 6,751 boys in the U.S. have been named Angus. Its highest rank for boys was #365 in 1882. In 2025, 58 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Angus FAQ
What does the name Angus mean?
A male given name from Scottish Gaelic of mostly Scottish usage. Anglicized form of Scottish Gaelic Aonghas, perhaps literally "one choice".
What is the origin of the name Angus?
Angus is listed as a name of Scottish origin.
How popular is the name Angus?
Since 1880, 6,751 boys in the U.S. have been named Angus. Its highest rank for boys was #365 in 1882. In 2025, 58 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Angus a boy or girl name?
Angus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 6,751 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.