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Brook

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Pronounced BRUK /ˈbrʊk/High

Meaning: No-e spelling of Brooke — from Old English broc, 'a brook, a small stream'; here for girls; used for both sexesMedium

In 30 seconds: A small stream: Brook spells Brooke — 'a brook, a small stream'. Fresh, soft, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningNo-e spelling of Brooke — from Old English broc, 'a brook, a small stream'; here for girls; used for both sexes
U.S. rank (2025)#4373 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births32 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1980
Total births (all-time)≈ 10,629

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198019312025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Brook is a no-e spelling of Brooke — from Old English broc, 'a brook, a small stream' (one who lived by a stream). A fresh, soft nature word-name, used for both sexes (predominantly girls' as Brooke; actress Brooke Shields), here for girls (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly beside Brooke. Rare, a-small-stream at the root, and fresh.

Did you know? Brooke means 'a brook, a small stream' (Old English broc) — Brook is the no-e spelling, a fresh nature word-name, used for both sexes (actress Brooke Shields).
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name — Brooke — root etymology

Variations

BrookeBrooksBrooklyn

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Brooke— the standard spelling
Brooklyn— a kin Brook- girls' name
Brooklynn— a companion Brook- girls' name
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Banks— a fellow English choice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Brook mean?

Brook spells Brooke — Old English 'a brook, a small stream'.

How do you pronounce Brook?

It's said BRUK /ˈbrʊk/ — one syllable.

Is Brook a boy or girl name?

Brook is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Brook?

Brook is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Brooke is more common.

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