Fergus Paris

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fergus Paris — strong man
120K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fergus Paris 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 Paris: Aimé Paris (1798–1866), French music educator and stenographer Ashley Paris (born 1987), Women's National Basketball Association player Barry Paris (born 1948), American author Blanca París de Oddone (1925–2008), Uruguayan historian Bubba Paris (born 1960), American football player Courtney Paris (born 1987), Women's National Basketball Association player Delbert Paris, Dominican politician Dominik Paris (born 1989), Italian ski racer Drew Paris (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Elizabeth Crewson Paris (born 1958), United States Tax Court judge Enrique Paris (born 1948), Chilean physicia. 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: Paris

French

Aimé Paris (1798–1866), French music educator and stenographer Ashley Paris (born 1987), Women's National Basketball Association player Barry Paris (born 1948), American author Blanca París de Oddone (1925–2008), Uruguayan historian Bubba Paris (born 1960), American football player Courtney Paris (born 1987), Women's National Basketball Association player Delbert Paris, Dominican politician Dominik Paris (born 1989), Italian ski racer Drew Paris (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Elizabeth Crewson Paris (born 1958), United States Tax Court judge Enrique Paris (born 1948), Chilean physicia.

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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 Paris

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 Paris:

4
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Paris?
The surname Paris originates from French. Aimé Paris (1798–1866), French music educator and stenographer Ashley Paris (born 1987), Women's National Basketball Association player Barry Paris (born 1948), American author Blanca París de Oddone (1925–2008), Uruguayan historian Bubba Paris (born 1960), American football player Courtney Paris (born 1987), Women's National Basketball Association player Delbert Paris, Dominican politician Dominik Paris (born 1989), Italian ski racer Drew Paris (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Elizabeth Crewson Paris (born 1958), United States Tax Court judge Enrique Paris (born 1948), Chilean physicia.
What are the origins of the name Fergus Paris?
The name Fergus Paris combines two different traditions: the first name Fergus has Celtic roots, while the surname Paris originates from French.
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