Bowman
Bowman is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Archer or bow maker.
Origin and history
Bowman is an English occupational surname originally given to an archer or a maker of bows. While historically rare as a given name in the United States, it has seen a modest rise in usage in recent years as parents look for classic surname-names with a traditional feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,022 babies in the United States have been named Bowman since 1880. It ranks #3661 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1633.
States where it is most popular
- NC (37.1 %)
- SC (24.7 %)
- TX (19.1 %)
- GA (13.5 %)
- TN (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 31 |
| 1920-1930 | 72 |
| 1930-1940 | 29 |
| 1940-1950 | 29 |
| 1950-1960 | 39 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 37 |
| 1990-2000 | 61 |
| 2000-2010 | 108 |
| 2010-2019 | 300 |
| 2020-2029 | 294 |
Fun facts
- Derives from the Old English words 'boga' (bow) and 'man' (man), denoting a skilled archer or bowyer.
- Fits well alongside other traditional English occupational surnames turned given names, such as Hunter or Fletcher.