Fergus Yaeger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fergus Yaeger — strong man
120K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fergus Yaeger 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 Yaeger: Bradley Yaeger (born 1985), Canadian ice dancer Edgar Yaeger (1904–1997), American modernist painter from Detroit, Michigan Gordon Yaeger who piloted the Bell Rocket Belt at the 1964 New York World Fair and in the James Bond movie Thunderball Larry Yaeger (1950), former Apple Distinguished Scientist, currently Full Professor of Informatics at Indiana University Bloomington Lynn Yaeger, former fashion reporter for The Village Voice, having worked for the paper for 30 years Morgan Yaeger (born 1998), Australian women's basketball player Hanna Gillian Kristina Jäger (born 1998), known professiona. 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: Yaeger

English

Bradley Yaeger (born 1985), Canadian ice dancer Edgar Yaeger (1904–1997), American modernist painter from Detroit, Michigan Gordon Yaeger who piloted the Bell Rocket Belt at the 1964 New York World Fair and in the James Bond movie Thunderball Larry Yaeger (1950), former Apple Distinguished Scientist, currently Full Professor of Informatics at Indiana University Bloomington Lynn Yaeger, former fashion reporter for The Village Voice, having worked for the paper for 30 years Morgan Yaeger (born 1998), Australian women's basketball player Hanna Gillian Kristina Jäger (born 1998), known professiona.

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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 Yaeger

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 Yaeger:

11
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Yaeger?
The surname Yaeger originates from English. Bradley Yaeger (born 1985), Canadian ice dancer Edgar Yaeger (1904–1997), American modernist painter from Detroit, Michigan Gordon Yaeger who piloted the Bell Rocket Belt at the 1964 New York World Fair and in the James Bond movie Thunderball Larry Yaeger (1950), former Apple Distinguished Scientist, currently Full Professor of Informatics at Indiana University Bloomington Lynn Yaeger, former fashion reporter for The Village Voice, having worked for the paper for 30 years Morgan Yaeger (born 1998), Australian women's basketball player Hanna Gillian Kristina Jäger (born 1998), known professiona.
What are the origins of the name Fergus Yaeger?
The name Fergus Yaeger combines two different traditions: the first name Fergus has Celtic roots, while the surname Yaeger originates from English.
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