Lane vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lane

Boy #261 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow road, path"

Origin: Old English

English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Lane Rank #261

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #261 for Lane.

Is Lane or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Lane at #261 in the United States.

What do Lane and Beau mean?

Lane means "narrow road, path" (Old English origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Lane and Beau boy or girl names?

Lane is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.