Avery vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Avery Rank #259

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Beau mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Avery and Beau boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.