Angus Burford

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Angus Burford — one strength
250K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Angus Burford is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Angus is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Scottish/Irish Gaelic Aonghus, composed of óen (one) and gus (strength). Aonghus was the Celtic god of love and youth. The surname Burford: Anne Gorsuch Burford (1942–2004), American lawyer and politician Byron Burford (1920–2011), American painter Della Burford (born 1946), Canadian artist and writer Ephraim John Burford (1905–1997), English historian and writer George Burford (1875–?), American soccer coach Gordon Burford (1919–2010), Australian model engine designer and manufacturer Lolah Burford (died 2002), American writer Nathaniel Macon Burford (1824–1898), American politician Oliver Burford (born 1980), English cricketer Oliver Lambert Alan Burford (1860–1923), officer of the Royal Australian Navy Pamela Burford (born 1954. Angus is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 250K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Angus reached peak popularity in the 1990s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Angus

Meaning: one strength

Celtic

From Scottish/Irish Gaelic Aonghus, composed of óen (one) and gus (strength). Aonghus was the Celtic god of love and youth.

Surname: Burford

English

Anne Gorsuch Burford (1942–2004), American lawyer and politician Byron Burford (1920–2011), American painter Della Burford (born 1946), Canadian artist and writer Ephraim John Burford (1905–1997), English historian and writer George Burford (1875–?), American soccer coach Gordon Burford (1919–2010), Australian model engine designer and manufacturer Lolah Burford (died 2002), American writer Nathaniel Macon Burford (1824–1898), American politician Oliver Burford (born 1980), English cricketer Oliver Lambert Alan Burford (1860–1923), officer of the Royal Australian Navy Pamela Burford (born 1954.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Angus is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 78%
Australia 15%
Canada 7%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Angus by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Angus has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Aonghus
  • Aengus
  • Gus

Notable People Named Angus Burford

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Angus Burford:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Angus?
The first name Angus originates from Celtic. From Scottish/Irish Gaelic Aonghus, composed of óen (one) and gus (strength). Aonghus was the Celtic god of love and youth.
When was Angus most popular?
The name Angus reached its peak popularity during the 1990s.
What is the origin of the surname Burford?
The surname Burford originates from English. Anne Gorsuch Burford (1942–2004), American lawyer and politician Byron Burford (1920–2011), American painter Della Burford (born 1946), Canadian artist and writer Ephraim John Burford (1905–1997), English historian and writer George Burford (1875–?), American soccer coach Gordon Burford (1919–2010), Australian model engine designer and manufacturer Lolah Burford (died 2002), American writer Nathaniel Macon Burford (1824–1898), American politician Oliver Burford (born 1980), English cricketer Oliver Lambert Alan Burford (1860–1923), officer of the Royal Australian Navy Pamela Burford (born 1954.
What are the origins of the name Angus Burford?
The name Angus Burford combines two different traditions: the first name Angus has Celtic roots, while the surname Burford originates from English.
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