Forrest is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #9873 in 1996 with 8 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 21 births ranking #5810. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 219,120 girls born was named Forrest. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Forrest is a nature-linked surname-style name associated with woods and forest land. It feels grounded, outdoorsy, and quietly classic.
The name grew through surname use and later through direct familiarity with the nature word. It carries a calmer, greener image than many sharper modern boys' names.