"beautiful, handsome"
Origin: French
Language: French
Beaux
Pronunciation: [ b-OH ]
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French for beautiful — one syllable, maximum charm
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"fine, elegant"
Origin: Latin
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The Story of Beaux
Beaux is the French plural form of 'beau,' meaning beautiful or handsome, derived from Latin 'bellus.' In French, 'beaux' is used in phrases like 'beaux-arts' (fine arts) and 'beaux esprits' (brilliant minds). As a given name, Beaux is the stylized spelling of Beau — using the plural form as a distinctive name that feels both French-elegant and modern American. It was popularized partly by actress Megan Fox naming her son Beau/Beaux.
Beau has been climbing US name charts steadily through the 2010s-2020s, driven by the trend of short French-origin names (Beau, Belle, Luc). The Beaux spelling adds visual distinction. The name was boosted when Megan Fox named her son Beau (2013) and when President Biden's late son Beau Biden received widespread media coverage.
In antebellum American culture, a 'beau' was a young man courting a woman — making this a name with Southern romantic connotations. The 'beaux-arts' architectural style (1880s-1920s) gave the word cultural weight in American high culture.
Historical Record
Beaux first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 2,301 babies have been named Beaux in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Beaux is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,009 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Beau Biden, Vice President Joe Biden's son who died in 2015, was a beloved political figure who inspired widespread mourning
- Megan Fox named her third son Beau, boosting the name's visibility in 2013
- The Beaux-Arts architectural style, named after the Paris École des Beaux-Arts, shaped American public buildings from 1880-1920
Beaux in Other Languages
French
Beaux
English
Beau
Italian
Bello
Spanish
Bo
Japanese
ボー
Popularity Over Time
#1,009
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Beaux
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Beau Mirchoff
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1989
Canadian-American actor known for the TV series Awkward and Now Apocalypse
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Beau Biden
Politician
1969
Delaware Attorney General and son of President Joe Biden, who died of brain cancer in 2015 at age 46 and was widely admi...
Delaware Attorney General and son of President Joe Biden, who died of brain cancer in 2015 at age 46 and was widely admired for his public service
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #1,009
- Total SSA Count
- 222
- Cultural Origins
- American French
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Bea
Bey
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beaux
What does the name Beaux mean?
"beautiful, handsome" (from French). "fine, elegant" (from Latin). Beaux is the French plural form of 'beau,' meaning beautiful or handsome, derived from Latin 'bellus.' In French, 'beaux' is used in phrases like 'beaux-arts' (fine arts) and 'beaux esprits' (brilliant minds). As a given name, Beaux is the stylized spelling of Beau — using the plural form as a distinctive name that feels both French-elegant and modern American. It was popularized partly by actress Megan Fox naming her son Beau/Beaux.
What is the origin of the name Beaux?
Beaux has French, Latin, and American origins. In French, it means "beautiful, handsome". In Latin, it means "fine, elegant".
Is Beaux a boy or girl name?
Beaux is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1009. As a girl name, it is ranked #9332. Beaux is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Beaux?
Beaux is pronounced b-OH.
How popular is the name Beaux?
Beaux is currently ranked #1009 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Beaux?
Common nicknames for Beaux include Bea, Bey, Beie, and Beakins.
What are good middle names for Beaux?
Popular middle name pairings include Beaux James, Beaux River, Beaux Grey, Beaux Wilder, Beaux Fox, Beaux Reid, and Beaux John.
What are good sibling names for Beaux?
Names that pair well with Beaux as siblings include Beau, Lux, Ace, Jett, Wren, Sloane, and Remi.
How many syllables does Beaux have?
Beaux has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Beaux a common or rare name?
Beaux is an uncommon name, ranked #1009 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Beaux
Beaux is a boy name with American and French origins . The name means "beautiful, handsome" in French .
Is Beaux a boy or girl name? Beaux is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,009 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #9,332. Beaux is more commonly used as a boy name.
Beaux is currently ranked #1,009 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Beaux has 1 syllable and is pronounced b-OH, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Beaux include Bea, Bey, Beie, and Beakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Beaux include Beau, Beauden, Beauregard, Beaumont . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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