US Popularity:2042
Origin:British
Meaning:woodsman
The British gender-neutral name Foster means “woodsman,” and it derives from Forester. If you’re banking on baby having a calming presence—or you’re hoping a name could calm the chaos—this name could remind you of the serenity of strolling through the woods. But no matter baby’s born nature, a name like Foster can encourage baby to find tranquility listening to the whistling tree branches. One thing is for sure, your little one is sure to be one with nature with a charming name like this.

Foster Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Foster is currently #3335 on The Bump
Boy:Foster is currently #2257 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Foster is currently #1843 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Foster is currently #2042 in U.S. births
Boy:Foster is currently #2193 in U.S. births
Girl:Foster is currently #12413 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#12425
in 2022
- 582
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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