Amelia 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

Amelia Rank #3
Beau Rank #69

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #69 for Beau.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Beau ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Beau

Colt Brooks Briar Scarlett Willa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Beau more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Beau at #69 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Beau mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Amelia and Beau boy or girl names?

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

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