Beaux

Beaux strolls in from the French quarter of the name world, his pockets full of Gallic charm and a hint of Latin spice, since the word beau itself traces back to the Latin bellus, “beautiful.” He’s the plural of “handsome” in French, so he arrives already surrounded by compliments, like a boy walking under a shower of confetti at a Mardi Gras parade. Parents hear that smooth boh and picture cobblestone cafés, jazz trumpets, and the elegance of Beaux-Arts architecture; in short, he’s got more style than a tailor’s mannequin. Though his numbers in the U.S. charts have long danced in the 700s, the beat is quickening—over 220 baby Beaux were welcomed in 2024, proof that this dapper little name is sashaying from hidden gem to front-row favorite. With a built-in nickname (Bo) and a passport stamped with French flair, Beaux offers parents a blend of easygoing cool and continental romance—perfect for a son they hope will grow up to see the beauty in every corner of the world.