Brandon vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Brandon Rank #230

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Beau mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Brandon and Beau boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.