Brooke

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Small Stream

Background: The name Brooke originates from the Old English word 'broc,' which means 'small stream' or 'brook.' This name reflects a natural body of water often found in the landscape.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#201
Total births
199,542
Most popular decade
1990s (182,475 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-168 ranks)
Years in Top 100
31
First recorded year
1914

Gender usage

1.0% male 99.0% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1914
First year births
5
First year rank
#3,264
Peak year
1970
Peak year births
60
Peak rank
#1,051
Most recent year
2019
Recent year births
5
Recent rank
#12,142

Female

First year
1934
First year births
7
First year rank
#3,449
Peak year
1996
Peak year births
6,724
Peak rank
#45
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
999
Recent rank
#308

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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