Name Profile
Foster
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown2 syllablesCurrent rank #966 (2023)
About Foster
Foster appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 12,182 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationFoster
Syllables2
Nicknames for Foster
FostFostyFosFosieFosy
Popularity in the U.S.
Foster is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Foster for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Foster had 232 births in 2023.
Middle Name Ideas
- Foster James
- Foster Alexander
- Foster Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Foster mean?
Foster means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Foster a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Foster is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Foster pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Foster.
What are common nicknames for Foster?
Popular nicknames include Fost, Fosty, Fos, Fosie, Fosy.