Angus - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Angus \a-

is pronounced ANG-guss. It is of Celtic origin, and its meaning is "one choice". Scottish: Anglicised form of the Gaelic name Aonghus or Aonghas. Celtic mythology: Angus Og is a god of attractive traits such as humor and wisdom. Also the name of an eighth-century Pictish king known as Onnust or Hungus. In America, the name tends to be associated with breeds of cattle such as the Black Angus. Pet form Angie is pronounced 'AN-ghee' in Scottish, representing Gaelic Angaidh.

For more information, see also the related name Aeneas.

Baby names that sound like Angus are Uncas and Jancsi.

Angus is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#7781 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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