Boy · 1285th of 23,106
Beaux
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,541
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
242
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Beaux stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Beaux originated from the French term meaning handsome or beautiful. It evolved from 'beau' into its plural form 'beaux', which was later adopted into English. The name is commonly associated with elegance and charm. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/boʊ/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Beaux is derived from the French word 'beaux', meaning 'handsome' or 'beautiful'. It is the plural form of 'beau'.
Meaning
handsome, beautiful
Language Evolution
Beau (French), Beaux (French plural), Beaux (adopted into English)
Historical Usage
The name Beaux gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, particularly in the context of names inspired by French elegance.
Variants & Derivatives
Beau, Beauregard
Modern Popularity & Image
Beaux is perceived as a stylish and sophisticated name, often associated with charm and elegance.
Famous People
Beaux Arts architectural style, Beaux, a character in various literary works
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 242 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7168th of 10718 | 25 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5465th of 16616 | 125 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3779th of 24088 | 389 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1285th of 23106 | 1,762 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 23222nd of 35406 | 26 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6670th of 30306 | 214 |