Jason vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Jason Rank #148
Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #148 for Jason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Jason at #148 in the United States.

What do Jason and Beau mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Jason and Beau boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.

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