Brooks is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #662 in 1996 with 250 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 4,877 births ranking #64. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 7,577 boys born was named Brooks. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Brooks is an English surname-style name linked with brooks or streams. It feels crisp and current, while still carrying a natural landscape meaning.
The name came into first-name use through the popularity of short, polished surnames. It fits neatly with modern choices that sound refined but still outdoorsy.