Glen vs Angus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glen

Boy #2,326 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow valley, mountain valley"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,326
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Angus

Boy #2,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one strength, unique strength"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,162
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Glen Rank #2,326
Angus Rank #2,162

Angus is more popular, ranked #2162 vs #2326 for Glen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glen or Angus more popular?

Angus is more popular, ranked #2162 compared to Glen at #2326 in the United States.

What do Glen and Angus mean?

Glen means "narrow valley, mountain valley" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Angus means "one strength, unique strength" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Glen and Angus boy or girl names?

Glen is primarily a boy name. Angus is primarily a boy name.

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