Boy
Fergus
man of vigor
About Fergus
Seeking a name with substantial character? Fergus delivers unmatched authenticity and resilience for your son. This extraordinary choice carries centuries of dignity while feeling completely at home in contemporary settings.
The strong consonants create a foundation of dependability, while the balanced syllables ensure pleasing pronunciation.
Fergus avoids the pitfalls of trendy names—it neither becomes dated nor feels manufactured.
A boy carrying this name moves through the world with natural confidence, his identity firmly established through his distinctive nomenclature.
The name encourages straightforward articulation, rarely suffering from mispronunciation despite its distinguished character.
Fergus transitions seamlessly from playground to professional settings, maintaining its integrity throughout all life stages.
Choose Fergus for a son you envision navigating life with unwavering authenticity and quiet strength.
Popularity of the Name Fergus
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | #225 | #191 | #190 |
| 1998 | #258 | #165 | #205 |
| 1999 | #259 | #153 | #217 |
| 2000 | #254 | #138 | #191 |
| 2001 | #235 | #157 | #283 |
| 2002 | #258 | #201 | #498 |
| 2003 | #255 | #147 | #352 |
| 2004 | #299 | #178 | #336 |
| 2005 | #270 | #164 | #319 |
| 2006 | #271 | #205 | #523 |
| 2007 | #269 | #177 | #560 |
| 2008 | #299 | #256 | #629 |
| 2009 | #331 | #205 | #641 |
| 2010 | #402 | #203 | #306 |
| 2011 | #468 | #215 | #416 |
| 2012 | #376 | #223 | #574 |
| 2013 | #391 | #174 | #561 |
| 2014 | #386 | #157 | |
| 2015 | #433 | #169 | #632 |
| 2016 | #426 | #152 | #776 |
| 2017 | #411 | #199 | #652 |
| 2018 | #444 | #187 | |
| 2019 | #431 | #103 | |
| 2020 | #439 | #124 | |
| 2021 | #358 | #132 | |
| 2022 | #351 | #159 | #673 |
| 2023 | #383 | #135 | #662 |
| 2024 | #348 | #136 | |
| 2025 | #310 | #120 | #859 |
| 1912 | #145 | ||
| 1994 | #351 | #187 | |
| 1995 | #251 | #185 | |
| 1996 | #268 | #214 | |
| 1964 | #66 | ||
| 1965 | #71 | ||
| 1966 | #71 | ||
| 1967 | #75 | ||
| 1968 | #73 | ||
| 1969 | #75 | ||
| 1970 | #86 | ||
| 1971 | #83 | ||
| 1972 | #90 | ||
| 1973 | #77 | ||
| 1974 | #88 | ||
| 1975 | #86 | ||
| 1976 | #99 | ||
| 1977 | #106 | ||
| 1978 | #105 | ||
| 1979 | #89 | ||
| 1980 | #112 | ||
| 1981 | #107 | ||
| 1982 | #104 | ||
| 1983 | #129 | ||
| 1984 | #123 | ||
| 1985 | #148 | ||
| 1986 | #141 | ||
| 1987 | #150 | ||
| 1988 | #150 | ||
| 1989 | #153 | ||
| 1990 | #160 | ||
| 1991 | #170 | ||
| 1992 | #150 | ||
| 1993 | #176 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Fergus
Names Similar to Fergus
Nicknames for Fergus
- Ferg
- Fergie
- Gus
- Fez
