Liam vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Irish English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Liam Rank #1

Beau Rank #69

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #69 for Beau.

Is Liam or Beau more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Beau at #69 in the United States.

What do Liam and Beau mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Liam and Beau boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.