Forbes Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFORBZ / /fɔːrbz/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: field; English: dweller by the river
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Forbes is of Scottish origin, derived from a place name in Aberdeenshire. It is associated with the Forbes clan, which has a long history in Scotland. The name has also been used in England, particularly in the context of geographical features. Forbes is often linked to nobility and land ownership in historical contexts.
Trend Summary
Forbes has seen a steady but low level of popularity in the United States.
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Famous people named Forbes
Forbes Riley is an American television personality and entrepreneur known for her work in infomercials.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Forbes was first seen in the United States in 1913. Forbes has ranked as high as #861 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Forbes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |