Of the brook
Originally an English surname, Brooks denotes someone who lived near a small stream or brook. It transitioned from a topographic surname to a popular given name, reflecting a broader trend of using nature-inspired surnames for boys.
About 4,877 boys were named Brooks in 2025.
Professional golfer and multiple major champion
Hall of Fame baseball third baseman
The elderly librarian at Shawshank State Penitentiary · The Shawshank Redemption
Professional ice hockey player
Tony Award-nominated stage actor
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Brooks — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
