Forest
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US Popularity:1464
Origin:French
Meaning:Wood, woodland
A nature-inspired name, Forest is mainly masculine and originates in French culture. It may come as no surprise that Forest means “wood” or “woodland,” but in ancient times, it was also a name used for royal hunting grounds. If you’re a keen outdoors enthusiast yourself or live near ample wooded areas, Forest is an obvious and fitting choice. A popular variation of this name is Forrest. Famous bearers of both versions include actor Forest Whitaker and the loveable character Forrest Gump.
Forest Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Forest is currently #2151 on The Bump
Boy:Forest is currently #1210 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Forest is currently #1464 in U.S. births
Boy:Forest is currently #747 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#747
in 2023
- 42
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Forest, January 2019
Online Etymology Dictionary, forest (n.), September 2017
Ancestry, Forest Family History
Behind the Name, Forrest, November 2019
IMDb, Forest Whitaker
IMDb, Forrest Gump
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