Family History
The surname Angus is derived from the ancient Gaelic kingdom of Aonghas, one of Scotland's oldest historic provinces. Established in Scotland from the early medieval period, the Angus family became associated with loyalty, leadership, and enduring Highland traditions. Today, the surname remains a proud symbol of Scotland's rich heritage.
Motto
Ghift Dhe Agus An Righ
Motto Translation
The Gifts of God and the King
Tartan & Heritage
The Angus Tartan
The tartan shown here is the pattern selected for the Angus
family design in our heritage collection. Scottish surnames may have
connections to more than one tartan through clan, regional or historical
associations. This pattern is presented as surname-heritage artwork and
is not a claim that it is the only tartan associated with every
Angus family line.
Crest Badge & Clan Heritage
The Angus Crest Badge
The design shown here is presented in the style of a Scottish clan crest
badge, combining a heraldic crest and motto within a strap and buckle.
In Scottish tradition, the strap and buckle represents a clansman or
clanswoman’s association with the chief whose crest and motto are
shown. A crest badge is distinct from a coat of arms and should not be
understood as personal arms belonging to everyone who shares the
surname. Historical associations and heraldic designs may vary between
family branches and sources.