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Beau
ORIGIN
French
MEANING
Handsome, beautiful
Nickname meaning handsome that originated with Englishman George Bryan Brummell, better known as Beau Brummell, a fashion leader during the 19th century. More recently associated with actor Beau Bridges, named for the fictional character in the book, "Gone with the Wind." Used in the United States since 1967, which led to the less popular form, Bo. Among the top 100 names in Australia. A unisex name.
ALTERNATIVES
Bo
FAMOUS Beaus
Bo Diddley (musician) "Beau Geste" (P.C. Wren novel) Beau Jack (champion boxer) Beau Kayser (actor) Beau Brady (Australian actor) Bo Bice (American Idol runner up) Bo Jackson (baseball/football player)
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