Angus is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #325 in 2025 with 136 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 273 births ranking #137. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 44.9%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 2,000 boys born was named Angus. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Angus is a Scottish Gaelic name usually understood to mean "one strength". It has a strong, earthy style and deep roots in Scottish history and legend.
The name goes back to the Gaelic form Aonghus and appears in both mythological and historical contexts. It has remained especially familiar in Scotland and among families drawn to Celtic heritage names.