Beau vs Edward

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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Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ted

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Beau Rank #69
Edward Rank #228

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #228 for Edward.

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

Edward ___

  • Edward James
  • Edward William
  • Edward Thomas
  • Edward Charles
  • Edward Henry
  • Edward George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Beau

Colt Brooks Briar Scarlett Willa

If you choose Edward

Charlotte Eleanor Margaret William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beau or Edward more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Beau and Edward mean?

Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin). Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Beau and Edward boy or girl names?

Beau is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.

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