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Foster vs Vaughn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Foster

Boy #1,077 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"forest keeper, forester"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,077
Total SSA Count
202
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Foster Rank #1,077
Vaughn Rank #1,188

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 vs #1188 for Vaughn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foster or Vaughn more popular?

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 compared to Vaughn at #1188 in the United States.

What do Foster and Vaughn mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Vaughn means "small, junior" (Welsh origin).

Are Foster and Vaughn boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Vaughn is primarily a boy name.

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