Beauregard – Name Meaning
Beauregard is a French name meaning “beautiful view” or “beautiful outlook.” It is derived from the French words beau (beautiful) and regard (view). The name has been used in France since at least the 16th century, but it was not until the 19th century that it began to be used in English-speaking countries.
The first recorded use of Beauregard as a given name in the United States was in 1845, when a Louisiana plantation owner named Pierre Gustave Toutant-Beauregard was born. He went on to become a Confederate general during the American Civil War, and his name has since become associated with Southern pride and heritage.
Beauregard is an uncommon name, but it has seen some popularity in recent years. In 2018, it ranked #7,890 on the Social Security Administration’s list of most popular baby names in the United States.
Popularity
Beauregard is not a particularly common name, but it has seen some popularity in recent years. In 2018, it ranked #7,890 on the Social Security Administration’s list of most popular baby names in the United States. It is more popular among boys than girls; in 2018, there were 605 boys named Beauregard compared to just 39 girls.
The name is especially popular in Louisiana, where it ranks #1,074 on the state’s list of most popular baby names. It is also relatively popular in Mississippi (#1,919), Alabama (#2,095), and Arkansas (#2,637).
Famous People Named Beauregard
There are several famous people who have been given the name Beauregard:
- Pierre Gustave Toutant-Beauregard: A Confederate general during the American Civil War.
- Beau Bridges: An American actor best known for his roles in films such as The Fabulous Baker Boys and The Descendants.
- Beau Willimon: An American playwright and screenwriter best known for creating the Netflix series House of Cards.
