Beau is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #483 in 2025 with 82 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2012 with 302 births ranking #169. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,266.7%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 3,089 girls born was named Beau. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.