Fearghas
Fearghas is a masculine given name of Gaelic origin, used in Ireland and Scotland. It is closely related to the name Fergus and is found in older Gaelic sources in spellings such as Fearghas or Fearghus, among others. In contemporary usage, Fergus is the more common Anglicized form.
The name is commonly interpreted as a combination of Gaelic elements meaning “man” (fear) and “vigour” or
Historically, Fearghas appears in medieval Irish and Scottish Gaelic genealogies, legends, and poetry. In modern times,
Pronunciation varies by dialect. In Gaelic contexts, it is often rendered with a pronounced first syllable
Fearghas appears in Gaelic literature and historical documents, reflecting its place in the broader family of