NAME PROFILE

Bowie

Bowie is a Scottish surname meaning 'blond' or 'fair-haired,' derived from the Gaelic word 'buidhe.' The name evokes a sense of creativity and uniqueness, often associated with artistic talents and a vibrant personality.

Key Stats

Total births3,520
GenderMale (37% / 63%)
Peak year2021
Peak generationGen A
First recorded2004
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 35%NY — 20%TX — 19%UT — 13%PA — 13%

Notable People

David Bowie (Musician, *Space Oddity*) · Ziggy Bowie (Fictional character, *David Bowie's alter ego*) · Bowie Kuhn (Former Commissioner of Major League Baseball) · Misty Bowie (Artist known for her contemporary art) · Bowie State University (Historically Black university in Maryland)

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