Brook vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brook

Girl #5,761 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near a brook"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,761
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brookie

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Popularity Comparison

Brook Rank #5,761
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5761 for Brook.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brook ___

  • Brook Lynn
  • Brook Marie
  • Brook Anne
  • Brook Elizabeth
  • Brook Grace
  • Brook Catherine

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brook

River Glen Dale Lake Wren

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brook or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Brook at #5761 in the United States.

What do Brook and Theodore mean?

Brook means "one who lives near a brook" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Brook and Theodore boy or girl names?

Brook is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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