Forman
Pronunciation: [ f-AWRM-an ]
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Forman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 6 babies have been named Forman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Forman is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,313 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,313
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Forman
Forman is a boy name .
Forman is currently ranked #20,313 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Forman include For, Form, Formy, Formie, Foy, Foie, and Forkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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