Forbes
boy name#8910 in 2025Forbes entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2242 in 1945, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#8910
rank today
#2242
peak (1945)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2895 |
| 1920s | #3652 |
| 1930s | #3063 |
| 1940s | #2438 |
| 1950s | #3508 |
| 1970s | #4986 |
| 1990s | #8222 |
| 2000s | #9585 |
| 2010s | #11300 |
| 2020s | #10623 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Forbes are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Forbes alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Forbes in 2025?
- Forbes ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Forbes most popular?
- Forbes peaked in 1945, reaching #2242 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Forbes with classmates?
- Forbes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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