Aengus
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Aengus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 201 babies have been named Aengus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aengus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,021 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,021
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Aengus
Aengus is a boy name .
Aengus is currently ranked #15,021 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Aengus include Aen, Aeng, Aengy, Aengie, Aey, Aeie, and Aenkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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