Graham vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Scottish English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Graham Rank #129

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #129 for Graham.

Is Graham or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Graham and Beau mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Graham and Beau boy or girl names?

Graham is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.