The name Deforest is of American origin, derived from Old English elements 'deor' meaning 'deer' and 'scytt' meaning 'from the forest'. It is a unique given name that has been used sparingly throughout history. The name first gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but has since become quite rare, making it distinctive and memorable.
"Over this period, the name Deforest experienced significant fluctuations in popularity, with a high of 23 births in 1917 and a low of 5 births in several years including 1955, 1961, and 1962. The total number of births was 667."