Bow Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBoh / /boʊ/English; Japanese
Meaning
English: a bend or curve; Japanese: to protect or defend
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Bow' can refer to a curved shape or the act of bending. It is also associated with archery, where a bow is a weapon used to shoot arrows. In Japanese, the name can be linked to meanings of protection and defense, reflecting cultural values of guardianship. The name is relatively uncommon as a given name but has gained some recognition in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Bow is rare in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bow was first seen in the United States in 1980. Bow has ranked as high as #1372 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bow has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2024 | 11 |