Beauregard Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Beauregard originates from French, meaning 'beautiful guard' or 'beautiful view.' It evolved from the Old French words 'beau' and 'gard.' The name has historical significance in American history, particularly during the Civil War, and is often associated with Southern culture. It has no biblical relevance and is perceived as an aristocratic name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Beauregard"
Pronunciation
/ˈboʊrəɡɑrd/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Beauregard is derived from the French words 'beau,' meaning 'beautiful,' and 'gard,' meaning 'guard' or 'place.' Thus, the name can be interpreted as 'beautiful outlook' or 'beautiful view.'
Meaning
beautiful guard, beautiful view
Language Evolution
Beau (Old French), Gard (Old French), Beauregard (Modern French)
Historical Usage
The name Beauregard gained popularity in the United States primarily in the 19th century, partly due to its association with prominent figures such as Confederate General P.G.T. Beauregard during the American Civil War.
Variants & Derivatives
Beau, Beauregard Jr., Beauregarde
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Beauregard is viewed as a distinctive and somewhat aristocratic name, often associated with Southern heritage in the United States.
Famous People
P.G.T. Beauregard, Beauregard Burnside, Beauregard T. Shreve
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 53 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Beauregard"
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 of "Beauregard"
"Beauregard" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6100th of 7545 | 15 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8789th of 16616 | 46 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8714th of 24088 | 111 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3471st of 23106 | 386 |
Regional Popularity of "Beauregard" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.05% 2711th/3984 |
- |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
54.14% 3398th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Beauregard" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Beauregard"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Beauregard" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Beauregard" in the United States
The name Beauregard is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Beauregard has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Beauregard' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6100th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8789th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8714th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3471st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Beauregard' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.