Brooks

Masculine, Unisex

Meaning

Plural of brook; small streams or creeks.

Etymology

From Old English 'broc' meaning 'a small stream', with the plural suffix '-s'. The name originated as a place name and surname before being adopted as a given name.

About the Name Brooks

Brooks is a nature-based surname and given name derived from the plural of brook, referring to small streams. It has been used for both masculine and feminine names in modern times.

Notable Bearers

Mel Brooks Gwendolyn Brooks

Historical People Named Brooks