Forster vs Herod

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Forster

Boy #38,659 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"forester, keeper of the forest"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,659
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Fors, Forst

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Forster Rank #38,659
Herod Rank #38,757

Forster is more popular, ranked #38659 vs #38757 for Herod.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Forster ___

  • Forster Edward
  • Forster James
  • Forster William
  • Forster Henry
  • Forster George

Herod ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Forster

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If you choose Herod

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forster or Herod more popular?

Forster is more popular, ranked #38659 compared to Herod at #38757 in the United States.

What do Forster and Herod mean?

Forster means "forester, keeper of the forest" (Middle English origin).

Are Forster and Herod boy or girl names?

Forster is primarily a boy name. Herod is primarily a boy name.

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