Bow vs Stokes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bow

Boy #7,500 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"curved weapon for shooting arrows"

Origin: Old English boga

Cultural Roots

English American Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#7,500
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bow Rank #7,500
Stokes Rank #7,443

Stokes is more popular, ranked #7443 vs #7500 for Bow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bow or Stokes more popular?

Stokes is more popular, ranked #7443 compared to Bow at #7500 in the United States.

What do Bow and Stokes mean?

Bow means "curved weapon for shooting arrows" (Old English boga origin).

Are Bow and Stokes boy or girl names?

Bow is primarily a boy name. Stokes is primarily a boy name.

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