NAME PROFILE
Brooks
Brooks is an English name derived from the Old English word 'broc,' meaning 'a stream or brook.' It evokes a sense of calmness and connection to nature, often associated with serenity and the gentle flow of water.
Key Stats
| Total births | 59,639 |
| Gender | Male (88% / 12%) |
| Peak year | 2025 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 24%CA — 22%NC — 20%GA — 18%SC — 17%
Notable People
Brooks Robinson (Baseball Hall of Famer, Baltimore Orioles) · Garth Brooks (Country Music Singer) · Brooks Koepka (Professional Golfer) · Brooks Brothers (Fashion Brand, American Heritage)
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