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Boudreaux

♂ Boy

Pronounced BOO-droh /ˈbuː.droʊ/Medium

Meaning: Boudreaux is a Cajun/French surname, common in Louisiana, from a Norman-French personal name (a diminutive of a Germanic root). The exact underlying sense is debated, and we note the route honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A rich Cajun surname: Boudreaux comes from Louisiana French roots (said 'BOO-droh'). The exact meaning is debated, which we note.
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Origin MediumFrench
MeaningBoudreaux is a Cajun/French surname, common in Louisiana, from a Norman-French personal name (a diminutive of a Germanic root). The exact underlying sense is debated, and we note the route honestly.
U.S. rank (2024)#12551 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 17

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220222024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Boudreaux is a Cajun/French surname, widespread in Louisiana, from a Norman-French personal name of Germanic root. Its precise meaning is debated, and we note that. As a first name it carries a strong regional flavor (said 'BOO-droh').

It is rare as a given name for boys in the U.S. Rare, regional, and characterful.

Did you know? Boudreaux is one of the great Cajun surnames of Louisiana, brought by Acadian French settlers and now used as a first name for its bayou charm. Its underlying meaning is debated, which we note (said 'BOO-droh').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Boudreaux — Cajun/French surname; meaning debated

Variations

BoudreauBeaudreaux

Nicknames

BeauBo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Boudreaux mean?

Boudreaux is a Cajun/French surname from a Norman-French personal name; its exact meaning is debated, which we note.

How do you pronounce Boudreaux?

It's said BOO-droh /ˈbuː.droʊ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Boudreaux a boy or girl name?

Here Boudreaux is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Boudreaux?

Boudreaux is rare as a given name for boys in the U.S.

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