Beau
Beau first appears in US records in 1932. It peaked in 2025, when 5,165 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 5,165.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Beau popular?
Near its peak Beau is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 25,086 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 17,768 | |
| 2000s | 6,134 | |
| 1990s | 5,617 | |
| 1980s | 7,174 | |
| 1970s | 3,145 | |
| 1960s | 472 | |
| 1950s | 123 | |
| 1940s | 68 | |
| 1930s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Beau mean?
Beau comes directly from the French for “handsome” or “beautiful.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Beau mean?
Beau means Handsome. Beau comes directly from the French for “handsome” or “beautiful.”
What is the origin of the name Beau?
Beau is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Beau?
Beau is pronounced “BOH.”
Is Beau a boy or a girl name?
Beau is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Beau a popular name right now?
Beau is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Beau?
In 2025, Beau ranked #60 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Beau most popular?
Beau was most popular in 2025, when about 5,165 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Beau?
Names similar to Beau include Leroy, Roy, Leon, Remy, Raphael.
What names go well with Beau?
French names that pair well with Beau include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.