Yellow or fair-haired
Derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Buadhaigh' or the Scottish nickname 'buidhe'. It traditionally refers to someone with yellow or golden hair. The name gained significant cultural weight in the 20th century as a tribute to the legendary musician David Bowie.
Less common today
Bowie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #951 in 2021.
Iconic English singer-songwriter and actor
American pioneer and hero of the Texas Revolution
Australian DJ and reality television personality
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
