Beau is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #466 in 1997 with 469 recorded births. This places Beau in the top 4% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 5,165 births ranking #60. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 11.2%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 4,019 boys born was named Beau. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Beau is a sleek French word name meaning beautiful or handsome. On girls it feels modern, minimal, and slightly unexpected.
The name has long-standing word roots but its use for girls is more contemporary and style-led. Its appeal comes from brevity, chicness, and softness.