Popularity comparison

Madonna vs David Bowie

Person Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 29, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Madonna is the most popular at 20.5, followed by David Bowie at 8.4. Madonna has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 10.6. Madonna has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 31.2 during Jan 17 – Feb 15, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 28, 2026

MAMadonna20.571% · #50 in People

DBDavid Bowie8.429% · #292 in People

1-Year AverageDaily average

MAMadonna10.650% · #130 in People

DBDavid Bowie10.550% · #133 in People

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

MAMadonna31.253% · #893 in People · Jan 17 – Feb 15, 2023

DBDavid Bowie27.347% · #1,067 in People · Dec 20, 2020 – Jan 18, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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