Forrest

Forrest Meaning & Origin

About Forrest
The name Forrest is of English origin and is derived from the word "forest." It signifies someone who lives near or in a forest or wooded area. The name is often associated with nature, tranquility, and a connection to the outdoors. It can also symbolize strength, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the natural world.

🌍 Origin
πŸ“ Name Length
πŸ’¬ Number of Syllables
πŸ”  Starting Letter

Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Forrest are male.

Forrest Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 6.75% over the past year.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
FRST
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
FA
πŸ”Š Soundex
F06023
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
F AO1 R AH0 S T
🌐 IPA
/ˈfΙ”rΙ™st/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('FRST', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
F623

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Forrest in Braille

Here's how to represent Forrest in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Forrest in braille

How to Spell the Name Forrest in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Forrest using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Forrest in sign language

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