Eric vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Scandinavian English German French American

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Eric Rank #252

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Eric or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Beau mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Eric and Beau boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.