Brooks is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #233 in 2016 with 1,671 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 4,877 births ranking #64. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 568.4%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 1,135 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.