Fergus Brough

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fergus Brough — strong man
120K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fergus Brough is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Fergus is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Gaelic Fearghas, composed of fear (man) and gus (vigour, strength). Fergus Mór mac Eirc founded the kingdom of Dál Riata in Scotland. The surname Brough: Alan Brough (born 1967), New Zealand-born actor, television and radio host and comedian based in Australia Albert Brough (1895–1972), British rugby league and association football player Alexander Brough (1863–1940), New York politician Andrew Brough, New Zealand musician Antonia Brough (1897–1937), British actress Arthur Brough (1905–1978), English actor Barnabas Brough (c. 1795–1854), British merchant, accountant and playwright Bill Brough (born 1966), American politician Charles Hillman Brough (1876–1935), American politician Clayton Brough (born 1950), American climatologist and teacher Da. Fergus is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 120K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Fergus reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Fergus

Meaning: strong man

Celtic

From Gaelic Fearghas, composed of fear (man) and gus (vigour, strength). Fergus Mór mac Eirc founded the kingdom of Dál Riata in Scotland.

Surname: Brough

English

Alan Brough (born 1967), New Zealand-born actor, television and radio host and comedian based in Australia Albert Brough (1895–1972), British rugby league and association football player Alexander Brough (1863–1940), New York politician Andrew Brough, New Zealand musician Antonia Brough (1897–1937), British actress Arthur Brough (1905–1978), English actor Barnabas Brough (c. 1795–1854), British merchant, accountant and playwright Bill Brough (born 1966), American politician Charles Hillman Brough (1876–1935), American politician Clayton Brough (born 1950), American climatologist and teacher Da.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United Kingdom 78%
Ireland 13%
Australia 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

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

  • Fearghas
  • Feargus

Notable People Named Fergus Brough

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 Fergus Brough:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Fergus?
The first name Fergus originates from Celtic. From Gaelic Fearghas, composed of fear (man) and gus (vigour, strength). Fergus Mór mac Eirc founded the kingdom of Dál Riata in Scotland.
When was Fergus most popular?
The name Fergus reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Brough?
The surname Brough originates from English. Alan Brough (born 1967), New Zealand-born actor, television and radio host and comedian based in Australia Albert Brough (1895–1972), British rugby league and association football player Alexander Brough (1863–1940), New York politician Andrew Brough, New Zealand musician Antonia Brough (1897–1937), British actress Arthur Brough (1905–1978), English actor Barnabas Brough (c. 1795–1854), British merchant, accountant and playwright Bill Brough (born 1966), American politician Charles Hillman Brough (1876–1935), American politician Clayton Brough (born 1950), American climatologist and teacher Da.
What are the origins of the name Fergus Brough?
The name Fergus Brough combines two different traditions: the first name Fergus has Celtic roots, while the surname Brough originates from English.
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