It was named after the Narcisse Dionne, an early benefactor of the parish. Beaurivage is associated to the seigneurie of Beaurivage, also known as Saint-Gilles.
The origin of Beaurivage is attributed to Narcisse Dionne, an early patron of the local church. The village's connection lies with the Beaurivage seigneurie, also referred to as Saint-Gilles.