Beau vs Philippa

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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Philippa

Girl #2,636 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of horses, friend to horses"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Greek Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,636
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Pippa, Phil, Pip

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Beau Rank #69
Philippa Rank #2,636

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #2636 for Philippa.

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

Philippa ___

  • Philippa Rose
  • Philippa Anne
  • Philippa Jane
  • Philippa Catherine
  • Philippa Margaret
  • Philippa Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beau or Philippa more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Philippa at #2636 in the United States.

What do Beau and Philippa mean?

Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin). Philippa means "lover of horses, friend to horses" (Greek origin).

Are Beau and Philippa boy or girl names?

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

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