Beaulah is a unique and beautiful given name of English origin. Derived from the Old French word 'beau' meaning 'beautiful', Beaulah is an elegant choice for a first name. It was particularly popular during the Victorian era, but its usage has since declined, making it a distinctive option for parents seeking to give their child a uncommon yet timeless name. The name's feminine charm is complemented by its simplicity in pronunciation and spelling, with 'Beau' being pronounced /bō/ and 'lah' /lɑː/. Beaulah also lends itself well to nicknames such as Beau or Lah for those who prefer shorter forms of their name.
The name Beaulah experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the given period, with a total of 2273 births recorded from 1882 to 1973. The highest number of births occurred in 1915 and 1916, with 66 and 70 births respectively, coinciding with World War I. However, the popularity of the name began to decline significantly after the mid-1940s, with fewer than 20 births per year recorded from 1946 onwards. By 1973, there were only five births registered for the name Beaulah.