Bow vs Sylar

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

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Popularity Comparison

Bow Rank #7,500
Sylar Rank #7,523

Bow is more popular, ranked #7500 vs #7523 for Sylar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bow or Sylar more popular?

Bow is more popular, ranked #7500 compared to Sylar at #7523 in the United States.

What do Bow and Sylar mean?

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

Are Bow and Sylar boy or girl names?

Bow is primarily a boy name. Sylar is primarily a boy name.

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