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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who lived near a brook
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- BROOKS
Brooks is a boy's name with English surname roots, originally given to someone who lived near a brook. It's pronounced BROOKS, straightforward and easy to say. With its nature-rooted meaning and vintage feel, it's a name that carries a quiet, grounded sense of place.
Meaning & Origin of Brooks
Meaning: One who lived near a brook.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Brooks
BROOKSIPA /ˈbrʊks/
Popularity of Brooks
Brooks ranked #67 in 2024, with 4,793 babies given the name that year — its highest rank on record in Social Security Administration data going back to 1880.
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FAQ
What does the name Brooks mean?
One who lived near a brook. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Brooks?
Brooks is pronounced BROOKS (IPA: /ˈbrʊks/).
Is Brooks a popular name right now?
Brooks is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #67 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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