Behind the Name - the etymology and history of surnames Behind the Name - the etymology and history of surnames
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Forst

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage German
Pronounced Pron. /ˈfɔʁst/
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Meaning & History

Derived from Old High German forst "forest". Probably unrelated to the Old French word forest, which was derived from Latin, Old High German forst was derived from foraha meaning "fir tree".

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Rootforst
VariantsFoerstner, Förstner

Categories

flora, houses, isograms, nature, plants, trees
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Entry updated June 9, 2023

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