Forbes Meaning

What does Forbes mean?

The name Forbes is of Scottish origin.

The meaning of Forbes is "field".

It is also of English origin, where its meaning is "district, field".

Forbes is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 6 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced For-bes.

Forbes is a sophisticated and fearless name.

A name fit for a child full of grace and spirit, a little experimenter.

Forbes is unique yet compelling due to its memorable and refined nature.

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 9,952 in baby name popularity for boys with 7 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before less than 5 boys were given the name. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

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What will your new littleForbes be like?

It may all be in the numbers.

The numbers that make up your child's name.

Numerology may give you some insight.

Children named Forbes are often frank and emotional but most of all they are read more >>

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Then just follow the diagram below.

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Just for fun, see the name Forbes in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

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