Steven vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Steven

Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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✓ All Clear

Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

American French British

12 High Risk

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Steven Rank #269

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Steven or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Steven and Beau mean?

Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Steven and Beau boy or girl names?

Steven is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.