Brook
Meaning of Brook
Originating from the English word for a small stream, the name Brook is a unisex name that can be used for both boys and girls. In American English, it is pronounced as "BRUHK" (/brʊk/), while in British English, it is pronounced as "BRUUK" (/bruːk/). The name has a variation spelled as Brooke. Over the years, the popularity of the name Brook has varied in the United States. In recent years, it has been given to around 30-50 newborns per year and ranks between 3000-4000 in terms of popularity. This charming nature-inspired name brings to mind images of tranquility and natural beauty, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a simple yet unique name for their child.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as BRUHK (/brʊk/)
British English
- Pronunced as BRUUK (/bruːk/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Brook
| Brook Robert Lopez is a professional basketball player known as "Splash Mountain" who has played for the Brooklyn Nets and currently plays for the Milwaukee Bucks, winning an NBA championship with the team in 2021. |
| Sir Brook Watson, 1st Baronet was a British merchant, soldier, and Lord Mayor of London, best known for being the subject of John Singleton Copley's painting "Watson and the Shark," depicting a shark attack that resulted in the loss of his right leg below the knee. |
| Brook Benton, born Benjamin Franklin Peay, was a renowned American singer and songwriter known for his hits in rock and roll, rhythm and blues, and pop music during the late 1950s and early 1960s. |
| Brook Byers is a senior partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and the brother of Stanford University Professor Tom Byers and Atlanta, Georgia engineering entrepreneur Ken Byers. |
