Boone vs Forrest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boone

Boy #535 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"good, blessing"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#535
Total SSA Count
556
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Boo, Boy, Boie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Boone Rank #535
Forrest Rank #408

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #535 for Boone.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Boone ___

  • Boone James
  • Boone Allen
  • Boone William
  • Boone Henry
  • Boone Lee
  • Boone Ray

Forrest ___

  • Forrest James
  • Forrest William
  • Forrest Thomas
  • Forrest Reed
  • Forrest Knox
  • Forrest Gale

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boone or Forrest more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Boone at #535 in the United States.

What do Boone and Forrest mean?

Boone means "good, blessing" (Old French origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Boone and Forrest boy or girl names?

Boone is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.

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