Ungus

Anglicized form of Aonghus, Aonghas, Gaelic

"one strength"

Ungus Origin and Meaning

The name Ungus is a boy's name of Irish origin.

Ungus is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Angus, a name with Scottish and Irish Gaelic origins. Traditional Angus derives from the Celtic element "oen" meaning "one" and "gus" meaning "choice," often interpreted as "one choice" or "unique strength." This unusual spelling variation maintains the strong, distinctive quality of the original while creating a more unique identity. Extremely rare in usage, Ungus offers parents a way to reference Celtic heritage while standing apart from more common spellings. The name carries associations with strength and uniqueness found in its etymology. Despite its rarity, the name has a straightforward pronunciation similar to Angus, making it accessible despite its uncommon appearance.