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Forrest vs Andy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andy

Boy #489 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#489
Total SSA Count
628
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Forrest Rank #408
Andy Rank #489

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #489 for Andy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forrest or Andy more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Andy at #489 in the United States.

What do Forrest and Andy mean?

Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin). Andy means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Forrest and Andy boy or girl names?

Forrest is primarily a boy name. Andy is primarily a boy name.

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