Forrest
Forrest: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Forrest
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
English surname, from the noun forest. Also adopted and translated from the word for "forest" in various other languages by settlers.
How popular is Forrest?
Since 1880, 1,058 girls and 53,639 boys in the U.S. have been named Forrest (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #891 in 1890. Its highest rank for boys was #173 in 1913. In 2025 it ranked #374 for boys, with 862 babies given the name.
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Forrest FAQ
What does the name Forrest mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. English surname, from the noun forest. Also adopted and translated from the word for "forest" in various other languages by settlers.
What is the origin of the name Forrest?
Forrest is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Forrest?
Since 1880, 1,058 girls and 53,639 boys in the U.S. have been named Forrest (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #891 in 1890. Its highest rank for boys was #173 in 1913. In 2025 it ranked #374 for boys, with 862 babies given the name.
Is Forrest a boy or girl name?
Forrest is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,058 girls and 53,639 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.