Forge Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: forj //fɔrdʒ//
Origin: English; Old French
Meaning: English: to create or shape; Old French: forge
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Forge is derived from the English word for a place where metal is shaped. It has roots in Old French, reflecting the influence of Norman culture on the English language.
Historically, forges were essential in various trades, symbolizing craftsmanship and creation. The name may evoke themes of strength and resilience due to its association with metalworking.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Forge was first seen in the United States in 2023.
Forge has ranked as high as #18639 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Forge has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Forge is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Forge was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Forge.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Forge
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