Forbes Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Forbes Name at a Glance

Name	Forbes
Meaning	Field; headstrong.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Forbes Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Forbes means “Field; headstrong”. 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.

Forbes Name Origin

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

Is Forbes a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Forbes

When considering Forbes 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.