Arlo vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlo

Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Australian

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Arlo Rank #146

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #146 for Arlo.

Is Arlo or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Beau mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Arlo and Beau boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.