Spelling Variants
Forest vs Forrest: Which Spelling?
Forest and Forrest are variant spellings of the same name, derived from Old French 'forest'.
Global Rank #535
Forest
Origin: English
The given name 'Forest' means "woods" or "woodland," derived from the Old French and Latin *foresta* (enclosed wood).
Global Rank #371
Forrest
Origin: English
Forrest derives from the Old French word "forest," meaning a large wooded area, and originally functioned as a surname for someone who lived near or worked in a forest.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Forrest currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.