Forest
girl name#8362 in 2025Forest entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #826 in 1897, ranks #8362 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1890–2025
#8362
rank today
#826
peak (1897)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1247 |
| 1900s | #1801 |
| 1910s | #2292 |
| 1920s | #3265 |
| 1930s | #3386 |
| 1940s | #4584 |
| 1950s | #5049 |
| 1960s | #6592 |
| 1970s | #7938 |
| 1980s | #9792 |
| 1990s | #7558 |
| 2010s | #11643 |
| 2020s | #7023 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Forest has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 300 people named Forest are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Forest alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Forest in 2025?
- Forest ranks #8362 among US girl names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Forest most popular?
- Forest peaked in 1897, reaching #826 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Forest with classmates?
- Forest will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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