Elliot vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Beau

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

American French British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#69
Total SSA Count
4,694
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Elliot Rank #150
Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Beau mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Elliot and Beau boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.

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