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Bowie vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bowie

Boy #1,211 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"yellow-haired, blonde"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,211
Total SSA Count
167
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cedar

Boy #1,203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cedar tree, resinous wood"

Origin: Greek/Semitic

Cultural Roots

American English Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,203
Total SSA Count
170
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bowie Rank #1,211
Cedar Rank #1,203

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1211 for Bowie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bowie or Cedar more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Bowie at #1211 in the United States.

What do Bowie and Cedar mean?

Bowie means "yellow-haired, blonde" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Bowie and Cedar boy or girl names?

Bowie is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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