Broderick vs Rook

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh Irish English American

8 High Risk

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Boy #2,371 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"a crow-like black bird"

Origin: Old Norse

English American

✓ All Clear

Broderick Rank #2,392

Rook Rank #2,371

Rook is more popular, ranked #2371 vs #2392 for Broderick.

Is Broderick or Rook more popular?

Rook is more popular, ranked #2371 compared to Broderick at #2392 in the United States.

What do Broderick and Rook mean?

Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin). Rook means "a crow-like black bird" (Old Norse origin).

Are Broderick and Rook boy or girl names?

Broderick is primarily a boy name. Rook is primarily a boy name.