Brooke is a gender-neutral name of English and German origin, meaning "water" or "small stream". It is derived from the Old English word "bróc," which translates to "brook" or "stream". The name was once used as a surname, given to those who lived near a flowing body of water. However, it has become a popular first name in modern times, particularly as actress Brooke Shields rose to fame. A less common meaning of Brooke is "to endure or tolerate". The origin of the name Brooke can be traced back to both German and Old English. It most likely comes from the Old English word "bróc," which means "water" or "small stream". Brooke used to be a surname, but it has evolved into a popular first name. The name is pronounced as "bruuk" and has several nicknames, such as Bea, Bee, Brookie, Cookie, Queen B, and Rook. There are also various spellings and variations of the name, including Borka, Breck, Brook, Brookelle, Brooker, Brookes, Brookia, Brookin, and Brooks.
Brooke is currently #297 in the popularity of the name rankings.
Girl: Brooke is currently #151 on Kiindred Girl Names
Overall Nature:
Brooke is currently #109 on Kiindred Nature Names
Girl Nature:
Brooke is currently #68 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
Overall Unique:
Brooke is currently #294 on Kiindred Unique Names
Girl Unique:
Brooke is currently #151 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Brooke, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.
