Brooks
boy name#64 in 2025Brooks entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #64 in 2025, ranks #64 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#64
rank today
#64
peak (2025)
4,877
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #832 |
| 1890s | #725 |
| 1900s | #693 |
| 1910s | #781 |
| 1920s | #839 |
| 1930s | #853 |
| 1940s | #779 |
| 1950s | #741 |
| 1960s | #723 |
| 1970s | #707 |
| 1980s | #540 |
| 1990s | #678 |
| 2000s | #638 |
| 2010s | #260 |
| 2020s | #75 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brooks has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio.
Living bearers
About 54,500 people named Brooks are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brooks is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brooks in 2025?
- Brooks ranks #64 among US boy names in 2025, with 4,877 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brooks most popular?
- Brooks peaked in 2025, reaching #64 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brooks with classmates?
- Brooks will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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