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By Brynn McKeon · Jul 2026

Bow

GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Bow as a boy's name

About Bow

The name Bow peaked for girls at #16978 in 2013. Bow is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

Famous Bows

  • Clara Gordon Bow

    American silent-film actress

Bow in pop culture

  • Beatie Bow

    Character in the book "Playing Beatie Bow" by Ruth Park

Bow in blog posts

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