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Forrester

♂ Boy

Pronounced FOR-uh-stur /ˈfɔːr.ə.stər/Medium

Meaning: From the English occupational surname Forrester, 'a forester' or 'keeper of the forest', for one who worked or watched over woodland; carried into first-name use as a nature-tinged surname pick.Medium

In 30 seconds: A green, woodsy surname name: Forrester means 'keeper of the forest' (said 'FOR-uh-stur') — a nature-warm pick.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom the English occupational surname Forrester, 'a forester' or 'keeper of the forest', for one who worked or watched over woodland; carried into first-name use as a nature-tinged surname pick.
U.S. rank (2024)#12870 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1994
Total births (all-time)≈ 110

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199419152024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Forrester is an English occupational surname meaning 'forester' or 'keeper of the forest', for a person who tended or guarded woodland. It has become a nature-flavored given name, sturdy and three-syllable (said 'FOR-uh-stur').

As a first name it is rare in the U.S., reading as a woodsy surname pick. Rare, English, and green.

Did you know? Forrester is an English occupational surname for a forester — the keeper of the woods — carried into first-name use with a leafy, outdoorsy feel (said 'FOR-uh-stur').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Forrester — English occupational surname; 'forester'

Variations

ForesterForster

Nicknames

ForrestRest

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Forrester mean?

Forrester is an English occupational surname meaning 'forester' or 'keeper of the forest'.

How do you pronounce Forrester?

It's said FOR-uh-stur /ˈfɔːr.ə.stər/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Forrester a boy or girl name?

Forrester is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Forrester?

Forrester is a rare given name in the U.S., better known as a surname.

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