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Cedar vs Bowie

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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Popularity Comparison

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar or Bowie more popular?

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

What do Cedar and Bowie mean?

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

Are Cedar and Bowie boy or girl names?

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

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