Forrest

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Forrest means "dweller near the woods" or "forest". It derives from the French word 'forestier', which means "forest-dweller".
Pronunciation
FAWR-ist
The name Forrest is pronounced FOR-ehst.
Popularity
The name Forrest is moderately popular in the United States, ranking at #722 on the baby name charts for 2021. It's also moderately popular in Canada, where it ranks at #607 in 2020.

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Forrest Name meanings & History

The name Forrest means "dweller near the woods" or "forest". It derives from the French word 'forestier', which means "forest-dweller". From an English surname meaning "forest", originally belonging to a person who lived near a forest. In America it has sometimes been used in honour of the Confederate Civil War general Nathan Bedford Forrest (1821-1877). This name was borne by the title character in the movie Forrest Gump (1994) about a loveable simpleton. Use of the name increased when the movie was released, but has since faded away. Forrest is a versatile name that can be used for boys of any age and background. It's a good choice for parents who want a simple and strong name with a natural, outdoorsy vibe.

Zodiac Sign of Forrest: Friendly Leo

Synonyms of Forrest:

F: Festive,Fiery,Friendly,Fun-loving

O: Obsessive,Ostentatious,Organized,Obsolete,Obstinate

R: Rational,Resourceful,Restless,Reason

E: Enliven,Environment,Expressive,Enlighten,Entertain,Exaggerate

S: Success,Social Standing,Status,Sex,Security,Solidity,Sensuality

T: Truth,Doubting Thomas,Tacky,Talkative,Tireless,Testy,Touchy

Forrest is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Natural name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Some famous people named Forrest include actor Forrest Whitaker, musician Forrest Robinson, and athlete Forrest Gregg.

2.) Forrest (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) forest; woodsman.

Other Forms: Forreste, Forrestt, Forrie


3.) Forrest (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: Forest

Other Forms: Forest


4.) FORREST (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: Transferred use of the surname, which arose in the 13th century in the form of de Foresta (of the forest): hence, “dweller or worker in the forest.” The word is derived from the Middle Latin forestis (unenclosed wood). Var: Forrestt. (FOR-EST)


5.) Forrest (Female)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) forest; forester.

Other Forms: Forest, Forreste, Forrestt, Forrie


6.) FORREST (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: Transferred use of the English surname, which arose in the 13th century in the form of de Foresta (of the forest): hence, “dweller or worker in the forest.” Var: Forestt, Forrestt. (FOR-EST)


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