Angus

Angus is an English form of Gaelic names such as Scottish Aonghas and Irish Aonghus. Their older elements are commonly interpreted as one and strength. The name has longstanding roots in both Scottish and Irish history, rather than belonging only to one modern place or one famous bearer.

In Irish mythology, Aonghus is associated with youth and love, giving the wider name family a story beyond its literal elements. The Scottish form Aonghas and the English Angus offer different written expressions of that heritage. Parents with a Gaelic family connection may prefer the traditional spelling used by their relatives, while Angus is immediately recognizable in English. Its compact shape can carry the history of a much older name without requiring an elaborate everyday form.