Forrest Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Forrest Name at a Glance

Name	Forrest
Meaning	Dwells in the forest.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Forrest Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Forrest means “Dwells in the forest”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Forrest Name Origin

Our database records Forrest under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Forrest a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Forrest is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Forrest

When considering Forrest for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.