How Many People Are Named Angus?
Complete statistics for the name Angus: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Angus, a very rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 76,626 Americans bearing it. That's just 4,307 people today, making it quite unique. Interestingly, nearly half of those named Angus are over 60, giving the name an older feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, destined for material success and financial prosperity.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 56All 6,675 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2006Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Angus Through the Generations
Angus has seen its popularity rise and fall over the decades, peaking in 2006 with 126 births. Today, the name's distribution shows a significant skew towards older generations, with 43% of people named Angus being over 60. This trend suggests that while Angus remains a modern choice, it's also becoming increasingly associated with an older demographic.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Angus
Angus is an English language masculine given name. It is an Anglicised form of the Irish and Scottish Gaelic name Aonghas, which is composed of Celtic elements meaning "one" and "choice". Short forms of the name include Gus, which may be lengthened to Gussie, and Irish Naos. Angie is a common pet form of the name. The feminine form of Angus is Angusina.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Angus's Scottish roots
📄 About the Name Angus
How Many People Have the Name Angus?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,220 people in the United States currently share the name Angus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 78,542 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Angus a Common or Rare Name?
Angus is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Angus in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Angus Most Popular?
The name Angus reached peak popularity in 2006, with 126 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Angus?
Approximately 4,220 people named Angus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,220. That works out to roughly 1 in 78,542 Americans.
Is Angus a rare name?
Angus is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 78,542 Americans has this name.
What does the name Angus mean?
The meaning and origin of Angus are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Angus more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Angus are male and 0% are female.
When was Angus most popular?
Angus peaked in 2006 with 126 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.