Origin
English (British)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Newly trending
At a glance
Forrester is a name often given to boys. Ranked #12870 and is newly appearing on the charts. It comes from a English (British) origin and traditionally means "Forest guardian or woodland dweller". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Forrester
Rooted in English linguistic traditions, Forrester draws from occupational terms for forest keepers. It carries connotations of stewardship and resilience in modern usage. Parents often choose it for sons expected to embody grounded leadership and a love for the outdoors.
Popularity
Currently ranked #12870 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #12870.
Numerology Profile
Seeks knowledge and introspection.
Desires creative expression.
Values stability and order.
Leads with independence.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Reflects steady, nature-loving energy.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Grounded and nurturing presence.
Color Aura
Forest Green
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Bear
Power Word
Stewardship
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Grounded
Maintains calm in chaos.
Protective
Shields loved ones fiercely.
Adventurous
Explores nature boldly.
Famous People Named Forrester
Forrester Blanchard
American historian
Forrester Harvey
British actor
Forrester in Pop Culture
Forrester
The Bold and the Beautiful
Historical Events
1600
First recorded use in English records.
1900
Adopted as surname in America.
International Variations
Forrester in Different Scripts
Форрестер
Cyrillic
福雷斯特
Chinese (Mandarin)
フォレスター
Japanese (Katakana)
포레스터
Korean
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Forrester:
Forrester James
Forrester Elias
Forrester Grant
Forrester Miles
Forrester Reed
Forrester Blake
Forrester Cole
Fun Facts & Trivia
Linked to medieval forest rangers.
Popular in nature-themed literature.
Rising in eco-conscious families.
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FOR-es-ter
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.