Forrest
girl name#8362 in 2025Forrest entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #872 in 1890, ranks #8362 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1887–2025
#8362
rank today
#872
peak (1890)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1103 |
| 1890s | #1119 |
| 1900s | #1541 |
| 1910s | #1941 |
| 1920s | #2690 |
| 1930s | #3099 |
| 1940s | #3217 |
| 1950s | #4361 |
| 1960s | #6022 |
| 1970s | #7316 |
| 1980s | #8283 |
| 1990s | #7021 |
| 2000s | #15432 |
| 2010s | #13818 |
| 2020s | #8314 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Forrest are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Forrest alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Forrest in 2025?
- Forrest ranks #8362 among US girl names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Forrest most popular?
- Forrest peaked in 1890, reaching #872 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Forrest with classmates?
- Forrest will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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