Fergus Mcarthur

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fergus Mcarthur — strong man
120K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fergus Mcarthur 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 Mcarthur: McArthur (surname) McArthur, Arkansas, an unincorporated town in Desha County McArthur, California, in Shasta County McArthur, Modoc County, California McArthur Basin, a large intracratonic sedimentary basin in northern Australia McArthur River, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur River uranium mine, Saskatchewan, Canada McArthur River zinc mine, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur Township, Logan County, Ohio NOAAS McArthur (S 330) (formerly USC&GS McArthur) MV McArthur, a private maritime security ship in service since 2007 "McArthur" (song), by Hardy, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Ti. 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: Mcarthur

English

McArthur (surname) McArthur, Arkansas, an unincorporated town in Desha County McArthur, California, in Shasta County McArthur, Modoc County, California McArthur Basin, a large intracratonic sedimentary basin in northern Australia McArthur River, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur River uranium mine, Saskatchewan, Canada McArthur River zinc mine, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur Township, Logan County, Ohio NOAAS McArthur (S 330) (formerly USC&GS McArthur) MV McArthur, a private maritime security ship in service since 2007 "McArthur" (song), by Hardy, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Ti.

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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 Mcarthur

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 Mcarthur:

7
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Mcarthur?
The surname Mcarthur originates from English. McArthur (surname) McArthur, Arkansas, an unincorporated town in Desha County McArthur, California, in Shasta County McArthur, Modoc County, California McArthur Basin, a large intracratonic sedimentary basin in northern Australia McArthur River, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur River uranium mine, Saskatchewan, Canada McArthur River zinc mine, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur Township, Logan County, Ohio NOAAS McArthur (S 330) (formerly USC&GS McArthur) MV McArthur, a private maritime security ship in service since 2007 "McArthur" (song), by Hardy, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Ti.
What are the origins of the name Fergus Mcarthur?
The name Fergus Mcarthur combines two different traditions: the first name Fergus has Celtic roots, while the surname Mcarthur originates from English.
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