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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One strength
- Origin
- Old Irish
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ENG-gus
Aengus is an Old Irish name that means "one strength." It's pronounced ENG-gus (IPA /ˈɛŋ.ɡəs/), which makes it easy to say once you've heard it, even though the spelling looks unfamiliar.
Meaning & Origin of Aengus
Meaning: One strength.
Origin: Old Irish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Aengus
ENG-gusIPA /ˈɛŋ.ɡəs/
Popularity of Aengus
Aengus is a rare name in the U.S. It peaked at #4703 in 2014 with 20 babies, and by 2024 it sat at #9889 with just 7 babies, so a child named Aengus would almost certainly be the only one in their class.
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FAQ
What does the name Aengus mean?
One strength. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Aengus?
Aengus is pronounced ENG-gus (IPA: /ˈɛŋ.ɡəs/).
Is Aengus a popular name right now?
Aengus peaked at #4703 in 2014 and is ranked #9889 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1996–2024.)
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