Bowie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBOH-ee / /ˈboʊ.i/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: small; English: a nickname for someone with a bow
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bowie has Scottish roots, often associated with the surname derived from the Gaelic 'buadhach,' meaning 'victorious.' It gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly influenced by the musician David Bowie. The name is also connected to the Bowie knife, a type of knife popularized in the early 19th century.
Trend Summary
Bowie has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bowie
- Bowiee
International Variants
- Bowie (English)
Famous people named Bowie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bowie was first seen in the United States in 1920. Bowie has ranked as high as #1126 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Bowie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bowie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 24 | |
| OH | 14 | |
| PA | 12 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| UT | 7 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 59 |
| 2015 | 54 |
| 2016 | 134 |
| 2017 | 156 |
| 2018 | 210 |
| 2019 | 159 |
| 2020 | 176 |
| 2021 | 237 |
| 2022 | 198 |
| 2023 | 193 |
| 2024 | 167 |