Irish boy name
Aengus Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Aengus means one strength, vigour. From Old Irish Óengus, often explained as one strength or true vigour
Aengus, from the Old Irish Óengus, is generally understood to combine words for one and strength, though details are debated. In mythology, Aengus Óg was the god of youth and love, who lived at Brú na Bóinne, the great passage tomb known today as Newgrange. He is known for the love story of Aengus and Caer Ibormeith, where he falls for a girl who becomes a swan. The name spread to Scotland, where it is Angus. Aengus is a rare, lyrical choice for parents who like their names to arrive with a rich heritage of myth.
Variants of Aengus
AonghusAngusOengusAenghus
In Irish myth
Aengus Óg was the Tuatha Dé Danann god of youth and love, who lived at Brú na Bóinne and loved a woman who became a swan.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aengus mean?
Aengus means "one strength, vigour". From Old Irish Óengus, often explained as one strength or true vigour.
How do you pronounce Aengus?
Aengus is pronounced ANG-us.
What is the origin of Aengus?
Aengus is of Irish origin. From Old Irish Óengus, often explained as one strength or true vigour.