Angus is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #1853 in 2022 with 86 recorded births. This places Angus in the top 13% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2006 with 126 births ranking #1307. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 18.9%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 20,283 boys born was named Angus. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.