Brooks

Meaning of Brooks

It means "of the brook," referring to someone who lives near a small stream.

Brooks has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Brooks

Brooks is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #64 in 2025 from #707 in 2000.

Notable people named Brooks

• Brooks Robinson
  Hall of Fame baseball player
• Mel Brooks
  Comedic filmmaker and actor
• Garth Brooks
  Country music superstar
• Brooks Koepka
  Professional golfer
• Brooks Wheelan
  Comedian and actor

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Questions about the name Brooks

What does the name Brooks mean?

Brooks means it means "of the brook," referring to someone who lives near a small stream, and it comes from English origins.

Is Brooks a boy's or a girl's name?

Brooks is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Brooks?

In 2025, Brooks ranked #64 for boys, up from #67 the year before.

When was Brooks most popular?

Brooks peaked at #64 in 2025.