Beau vs Charlotte

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

Beau Rank #69
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #69 for Beau.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Beau ___

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

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Beau

Colt Brooks Briar Scarlett Willa

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beau or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Beau at #69 in the United States.

What do Beau and Charlotte mean?

Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Beau and Charlotte boy or girl names?

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

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