Alex vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

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12 High Risk

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Alex Rank #205

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Beau mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Alex and Beau boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.