Charles vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charles

Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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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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Charles Rank #51

Beau Rank #69

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #69 for Beau.

Is Charles or Beau more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Beau at #69 in the United States.

What do Charles and Beau mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Charles and Beau boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.