Brook
boy name#5861 in 2025Brook entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #663 in 1961, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#5861
rank today
#663
peak (1961)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3690 |
| 1920s | #3559 |
| 1930s | #2911 |
| 1940s | #2716 |
| 1950s | #2026 |
| 1960s | #930 |
| 1970s | #873 |
| 1980s | #1283 |
| 1990s | #2135 |
| 2000s | #4595 |
| 2010s | #5569 |
| 2020s | #6018 |
Living bearers
About 3,000 people named Brook are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brook alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brook in 2025?
- Brook ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brook most popular?
- Brook peaked in 1961, reaching #663 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brook with classmates?
- Brook will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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