Foster name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 17th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old High German and Old French
Usage: English
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Foster f(o)-ster
Meaning: Of the Woods, Guest and Stranger
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What does Foster mean?

Foster means Woods Man, Guest or Stranger has origin in Old High German and Old French aimed at both boys and girls is used dominantly in English. Foster is a variant form of celebrated and perennial Forrest.

Used notably in English durable and famous, Forrest, Forrest means "Of the Woods and Lives in Wood" is rooted from Old French.

How do I pronounce Foster?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Foster is f(o)-ster. fos-ter or faw-stur are another way(s) to say the name.

Variants of Foster

Forrest, Forest, Gaston, Gascon, Forestt

Names that rhyme with Foster

How popular is the name Foster?

Foster was a common name in United States. Over 11689 babies have been named Foster since 1880. When at the peak of its usage in 1894,. However after 160 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts but it is still going strong.

In addition to that, the given name has been in Foster is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, in use since 1999, peaked in 2003 when it ranked 1962nd.

But Foster is a popular baby name in Zambia where every 1 in 2000 have the name as well as in, Ghana and Malawi. According to our evaluation, at least 50000 people have been bestowed Foster around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
20181073182854612
2017934222705016
2016963211936111
201510321951010410
2014990209949511
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Here's what numbers has to say about Foster

Sometimes you allow other people's problems to drag you down and make you feel depressed. Romantic relationships are definitely not your thing. Find yourself a new hobby, bring freshness in your life. Your spirituality matters to you. This is why you seem so distant from time to time. You have so many talents you could work with. Why don't you write a book yourself? Or channel your creativity someplace else except work?

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Middle names for Foster

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Sibling Names for Foster

If you're looking for the perfect sibling name to pair with the unique and charming moniker "Foster," look no further. We've compiled a list of names that complement and enhance the characteristics of Foster, from classic choices to more modern options. Whether you're searching for a traditional or trendy name, there's sure to be a sibling name on our list that will fit your style and preferences.

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Famous people named Foster

  • Foster Fitzsimmons, American dancer, novelist, and teacher
  • Foster Fyans, soldier, penal administrator and public servant
  • Foster Hewitt, Canadian radio broadcaster most famous for his play-by-play calls for 'Hockey Night
  • Foster & McElroy, musical artist
  • Foster Furcolo, American lawyer, writer
  • Foster Brooks, American actor and comedian most famous for his portrayal of a lovable drunk
  • Foster McGowan Voorhees, American Republican Party politician
  • Foster and Allen, musical artist
  • Foster Sylvers, American singer, songwriter, record producer
  • Foster J. Sayers, 20-year-old infantryman from Centre County
  • Foster Campbell, Foster Lonnie Campbell Jr
  • Foster Waterman Stearns, U.S. Representative from New Hampshire
  • Foster V. Brown, U.S. Representative from Tennessee
  • Foster & Lloyd, American country music duo consisting of singer-songwriters Radney Foster and Bill Lloyd
  • Foster Wilson in Riverside as Actress
  • Foster V. Corder in movie Scorched as Director
  • Foster Boom portrayed crucial character of Remote Viewer in 2012 comedy and horror flick Astro Zombies: M4 - Invaders from Cyberspace.

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