Grant vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grant

Boy #241 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"large, great"

Origin: Old French

English Scottish American

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Grant Rank #241

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #241 for Grant.

Is Grant or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Grant and Beau mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Grant and Beau boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.