US Popularity:1875
Origin:British
Meaning:woodsman
The British gender-neutral name Foster means “woodsman,” and it derives from Forester. If you’re banking on baby having a calming presence—or you’re hoping a name could calm the chaos—this name could remind you of the serenity of strolling through the woods. But no matter baby’s born nature, a name like Foster can encourage baby to find tranquility listening to the whistling tree branches. One thing is for sure, your little one is sure to be one with nature with a charming name like this.

Foster Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Foster is currently #3335 on The Bump
Boy:Foster is currently #2270 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Foster is currently #1848 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Foster is currently #1875 in U.S. births
Boy:Foster is currently #2053 in U.S. births
Girl:Foster is currently #9296 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#9296
in 2023
+ 3154
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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