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Forrest vs Sutton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sutton

Boy #442 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#442
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Forrest Rank #408
Sutton Rank #442

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #442 for Sutton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forrest or Sutton more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Sutton at #442 in the United States.

What do Forrest and Sutton mean?

Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin). Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin).

Are Forrest and Sutton boy or girl names?

Forrest is primarily a boy name. Sutton is primarily a boy name.

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