Foster
Boy · Old English
foster · 2 beats
Meaning
One who nurtures; a Saxon surname suggesting quiet care made everyday.
The vibe
Foster is sturdy timber. Modern and strongly grounded, he is the name of someone whose support is never showy — present, capable, the kind people lean on.
Quick questions
Is Foster a boy's or a girl's name?
Foster is a boy's name of Old English origin.
How popular is Foster?
Foster sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.
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