Forest
FOR-est
Gender-neutral · English
Meaning: Woods, woodland
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Forrest
Gender-neutral · French · Medium name
- Meaning
- Dweller near the forest
- Pronunciation
- FOR-est
- Origin
- French
- Popularity
- Uncommon in United Kingdom (2025)
From Old French 'forest' meaning woodland; an English occupational surname.
Popularity: Lucky Stork Stage 1 Expansion, 2025
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Languages in use: French, English
Commonly used in: United Kingdom, United States
Alternate spellings
ForestEnglish
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