Beau vs Joi

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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Joi

Girl #2,591 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"joy, happiness"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,591
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Beau Rank #69
Joi Rank #2,591

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #2591 for Joi.

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

Joi ___

  • Joi Marie
  • Joi Elise
  • Joi Renee
  • Joi Nicole
  • Joi Louise
  • Joi Celeste

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Joi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beau or Joi more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Joi at #2591 in the United States.

What do Beau and Joi mean?

Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin). Joi means "joy, happiness" (Old French origin).

Are Beau and Joi boy or girl names?

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

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