Brooks
Brooks is a boys' name of English origin meaning “one who lives near a brook.” It ranked #138 in the United States in 2025. An English habitational surname referring to someone who lived near a brook or stream.
how do you pronounce Brooks?
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what does Brooks mean?
The name Brooks means “one who lives near a brook.” It comes from the English language tradition.
An English habitational surname referring to someone who lived near a brook or stream. Transferred to use as a given name in the 20th century, it carries a fresh, outdoorsy character associated with American landscapes and straightforward charm.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #138 |
| 2023 | #144 |
| 2022 | #152 |
| 2021 | #164 |
| 2020 | #180 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Brooks?
- Mel Brooks (filmmaker and comedian)
- Garth Brooks (country singer)
- Brooks Robinson (baseball player)
what names are similar to Brooks?
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