Fergus Loeffler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fergus Loeffler — strong man
120K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fergus Loeffler 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 Loeffler: Anna Seelig-Löffler (born 1944), Swiss chemist August Löffler (1822–1866), German painter Charles Martin Loeffler (1861–1935), German-born American composer Cullen Loeffler (born 1981), American football player Diane Loeffler (1953–2019), American politician from Minnesota Douglas Loeffler (1932–2025), American politician from Florida Emanuel Löffler (1901–1986), Czech gymnast Frank Löffler (born 1980), German ski jumper Friedrich Loeffler (1852–1915), German bacteriologist Gerold Löffler, Swiss bobsledder James Loeffler, American historian of modern Jewish history Karl Löffler, head of the Je. 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: Loeffler

Slavic

Anna Seelig-Löffler (born 1944), Swiss chemist August Löffler (1822–1866), German painter Charles Martin Loeffler (1861–1935), German-born American composer Cullen Loeffler (born 1981), American football player Diane Loeffler (1953–2019), American politician from Minnesota Douglas Loeffler (1932–2025), American politician from Florida Emanuel Löffler (1901–1986), Czech gymnast Frank Löffler (born 1980), German ski jumper Friedrich Loeffler (1852–1915), German bacteriologist Gerold Löffler, Swiss bobsledder James Loeffler, American historian of modern Jewish history Karl Löffler, head of the Je.

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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 Loeffler

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 Loeffler:

11
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Loeffler?
The surname Loeffler originates from Slavic. Anna Seelig-Löffler (born 1944), Swiss chemist August Löffler (1822–1866), German painter Charles Martin Loeffler (1861–1935), German-born American composer Cullen Loeffler (born 1981), American football player Diane Loeffler (1953–2019), American politician from Minnesota Douglas Loeffler (1932–2025), American politician from Florida Emanuel Löffler (1901–1986), Czech gymnast Frank Löffler (born 1980), German ski jumper Friedrich Loeffler (1852–1915), German bacteriologist Gerold Löffler, Swiss bobsledder James Loeffler, American historian of modern Jewish history Karl Löffler, head of the Je.
What are the origins of the name Fergus Loeffler?
The name Fergus Loeffler combines two different traditions: the first name Fergus has Celtic roots, while the surname Loeffler originates from Slavic.
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