Forester
FOR-uh-stər
Forester is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Forester is an English occupational surname for someone who lived in or worked in a forest.”, and peaked in popularity in 1932.
What Forester Means
“Forester is an English occupational surname for someone who lived in or worked in a forest.”
The Story of Forester
This name is for the child who will find their strength in nature, an echo of ancient woods and a life lived in harmony with the earth.
Forester is an English occupational surname, given to someone who lived in or worked in a forest. It conjures images of ancient woodlands, of guardians and caretakers of natural spaces, rooted deeply in the land.
Choosing Forester for your son means you see a child with an adventurous and independent soul. This name suits a boy who will feel most at home in the wild, drawing strength and wisdom from the natural world around him.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1932
Total Births
40
First Recorded
1918
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