Paul vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

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✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

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12 High Risk

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Paul Rank #264

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #264 for Paul.

Is Paul or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Beau mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Paul and Beau boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.