Aonghas
Meaningone strength · Scottish Gaelic
Aonghas is a Gaelic and Scottish boy name meaning “one strength”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Aonghas
Aonghas is a boy name of Gaelic and Scottish origin meaning “one strength”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Aonghas at school.
Origin:Gaelic namesScottish names
More Gaelic boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Unisex name: Owen · well-born
- Unisex name: Miles · possibly gracious
- Unisex name: Logan · little hollow
- Unisex name: Rowan · little red-haired one
- Unisex name: Aiden · little fire
- Unisex name: Nolan · descendant of Nuallán
- Boy name: Ian · God is gracious
Questions about the name Aonghas
What does the name Aonghas mean?
Aonghas means “one strength” and comes from Scottish Gaelic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Gabriel (“God is my strength”), Aziel (“God is my strength”), Boaz (“in him is strength”) and Uziel (“God is my strength”).
What is the origin of the name Aonghas?
Aonghas is Gaelic and Scottish in origin, and its meaning traces back to Scottish Gaelic. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Aonghas turns up in more than one tradition. Other Gaelic names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Owen (“well-born”), Miles (“possibly gracious”) and Logan (“little hollow”).
Is Aonghas a boy or girl name?
Aonghas is a boy name.
What names are similar to Aonghas?
If you like Aonghas, you might also like Gabriel, Aziel, Boaz and Uziel.
What should I know before naming my baby Aonghas?
Aonghas is a Gaelic and Scottish boy name meaning “one strength”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.