"beautiful gaze"
Origin: French
Language: French
Beauregard
Pronunciation: [ b-OHR-ihg-ahrd ]
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Meaning & Origin
"fair outlook"
Origin: Old French
Language: French
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- Associated with Confederate General P.G.T. Beauregard who ordered the first shots of the Civil War
The Story of Beauregard
Beauregard is a French surname composed of beau (beautiful, handsome) and regard (gaze, look), meaning one with a beautiful gaze or fair outlook. It arrived in America with French settlers and became particularly popular in the antebellum South. The name evokes the grandeur and romanticism of French aristocratic naming traditions.
Beauregard has historically been a Southern American name associated with French Creole culture. It gained fictional fame through the character Beauregard Huxtable and appears as a colorful name choice in Southern Gothic literature. Recently, the nickname Beau has driven renewed interest in the full name.
In the American South, Beauregard represents French Creole heritage and the plantation aristocracy era. The name is deeply embedded in Southern culture, though its association with Confederate General P.G.T. Beauregard has made it complicated for some families.
Historical Record
Beauregard first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 565 babies have been named Beauregard in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Beauregard is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,095 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- P.G.T. Beauregard was the Confederate general who ordered the first shots fired at Fort Sumter in 1861, starting the Civil War
- The nickname Beau means beautiful in French and is frequently used independently
Beauregard in Other Languages
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#3,095
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Confederate general who commanded the attack on Fort Sumter that began the American Civil War
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,095
- Total SSA Count
- 40
- Cultural Origins
- French American South English
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beauregard
What does the name Beauregard mean?
"beautiful gaze" (from French). "fair outlook" (from Old French). Beauregard is a French surname composed of beau (beautiful, handsome) and regard (gaze, look), meaning one with a beautiful gaze or fair outlook. It arrived in America with French settlers and became particularly popular in the antebellum South. The name evokes the grandeur and romanticism of French aristocratic naming traditions.
What is the origin of the name Beauregard?
Beauregard has French, Old French, American South, and English origins. In French, it means "beautiful gaze". In Old French, it means "fair outlook".
Is Beauregard a boy or girl name?
Beauregard is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Beauregard?
Beauregard is pronounced b-OHR-ihg-ahrd.
How popular is the name Beauregard?
Beauregard is currently ranked #3095 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Beauregard?
Common nicknames for Beauregard include Beau and Reggie.
What are good middle names for Beauregard?
Popular middle name pairings include Beauregard James, Beauregard Lee, Beauregard Alexander, Beauregard William, Beauregard Thomas, Beauregard Henri, and Beauregard Pierre.
What are good sibling names for Beauregard?
Names that pair well with Beauregard as siblings include Emmeline, Celestine, Augustin, Arabella, Dashiell, Cordelia, and Montgomery.
How many syllables does Beauregard have?
Beauregard has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Beauregard a common or rare name?
Beauregard is an uncommon name, ranked #3095 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Beauregard
Beauregard is a boy name with French, American South, and English origins . The name means "beautiful gaze" in French .
Beauregard is currently ranked #3,095 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Beauregard has 3 syllables and is pronounced b-OHR-ihg-ahrd, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Beauregard include Beau, Reggie, and Bo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Beauregard include Beau, Beaux, Beauden, Beaumont . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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