Fergus Lawlor

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fergus Lawlor — strong man
120K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fergus Lawlor 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 Lawlor: Charlotte Lawlor (1878–1941), New Zealand poet, writer and advertising designer Gerri Lawlor, American actress John Lawlor (sculptor) (1820–1901), Irish sculptor John Lawlor (actor) (1941–2025), American actor Mary Lawlor (actress) (1907–1977), American stage and screen actress Sean Lawlor (1954–2009), Irish actor and playwright Thomas Lawlor (opera singer), British opera singer James Fintan Lalor (1807–1849), Irish revolutionary and writer Liam Lawlor (1945–2005), Irish politician Mike Lawlor, American politician and professor Patsy Lawlor (1933–1997), Irish politician Peter Lawlor (born 1948. 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: Lawlor

Irish

Charlotte Lawlor (1878–1941), New Zealand poet, writer and advertising designer Gerri Lawlor, American actress John Lawlor (sculptor) (1820–1901), Irish sculptor John Lawlor (actor) (1941–2025), American actor Mary Lawlor (actress) (1907–1977), American stage and screen actress Sean Lawlor (1954–2009), Irish actor and playwright Thomas Lawlor (opera singer), British opera singer James Fintan Lalor (1807–1849), Irish revolutionary and writer Liam Lawlor (1945–2005), Irish politician Mike Lawlor, American politician and professor Patsy Lawlor (1933–1997), Irish politician Peter Lawlor (born 1948.

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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 Lawlor

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 Lawlor:

4
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 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 Lawlor?
The surname Lawlor originates from Irish. Charlotte Lawlor (1878–1941), New Zealand poet, writer and advertising designer Gerri Lawlor, American actress John Lawlor (sculptor) (1820–1901), Irish sculptor John Lawlor (actor) (1941–2025), American actor Mary Lawlor (actress) (1907–1977), American stage and screen actress Sean Lawlor (1954–2009), Irish actor and playwright Thomas Lawlor (opera singer), British opera singer James Fintan Lalor (1807–1849), Irish revolutionary and writer Liam Lawlor (1945–2005), Irish politician Mike Lawlor, American politician and professor Patsy Lawlor (1933–1997), Irish politician Peter Lawlor (born 1948.
What are the origins of the name Fergus Lawlor?
The name Fergus Lawlor combines two different traditions: the first name Fergus has Celtic roots, while the surname Lawlor originates from Irish.
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