Edward vs Forrest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #408 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller near the woods"

Origin: Old French

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Edward Rank #228

Forrest Rank #408

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #408 for Forrest.

Is Edward or Forrest more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Forrest at #408 in the United States.

What do Edward and Forrest mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Edward and Forrest boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.