Forres
“A International name with cultural significance”
International origin · Unisex name
#1790US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
What does Forres mean and where does it come from?
Forres is a name found across International cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Forres carries the heritage of International tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1790 in 2015 — currently #1790 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Forres?
Forres works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Forres Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Forres Rose
Floral · soft ending
Forres Mae
Sweet · timeless
Forres Claire
French influence · crisp
Forres Jane
Literary · strong
Forres Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Forres right now?
Holding steady — currently #1790 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Forres is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Forres?
Common
ForFoOrres
What names sound and feel like Forres?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Forres also consider these
Forrer
International · A International name
Forbes
Scotland · Field or pasture
Forras
International · A International name
Folkes
International · A International name
Fontes
International · A International name
Fowkes
International · A International name
Fowles
International · A International name
Torres
Spain · towers
Common questions about the name Forres
What does the name Forres mean?
Forres means "A International name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in International tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Forres?
Forres is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Forres?
Forres originates from International tradition. International names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Forres a common or rare name?
Forres is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Forres more of a girl or boy name?
Forres is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
Parents who viewed Forres also looked at…
Based on what other parents saved alongside Forres
Forrer
International · A International name
Forbes
Scotland · Field or pasture
Forras
International · A International name
Folkes
International · A International name
Fontes
International · A International name
Fowkes
International · A International name
Fowles
International · A International name
Torres
Spain · towers