Bowie
BO-ee
Popularity
#1995
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Scottish
Total Births
3,238
Peak Year
#375 in 2021
First Recorded
1920
Style
Modern & Trendy, Earthy & Bohemian
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Bowie is a Scottish surname of uncertain origin, possibly from a Gaelic word meaning "yellow-haired" or related to the Scottish island of Bute.
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Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
David Bowie
Iconic English singer, songwriter, and actor.
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