Amaryllis 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

Amaryllis Rank #2,708
Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #2708 for Amaryllis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amaryllis ___

  • Amaryllis Rose
  • Amaryllis Jane
  • Amaryllis Claire
  • Amaryllis Wren
  • Amaryllis Fern
  • Amaryllis Elise

Beau ___

  • Beau James
  • Beau Alexander
  • Beau William
  • Beau Thomas
  • Beau Harrison
  • Beau Charles

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amaryllis or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Amaryllis at #2708 in the United States.

What do Amaryllis and Beau mean?

Amaryllis means "sparkling, to flash or sparkle" (Greek origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Amaryllis and Beau boy or girl names?

Amaryllis is primarily a girl name. Beau is primarily a boy name.

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