Brock
How to say it: BROK · /ˈbrɑk/
From Old English 'broc' meaning 'badger'; also used as a place name element in Britain.
Brock was the 752nd most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 306 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2000s, its births are down about 55% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #890 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #752 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 306 |
| Share of births | 1 in 10,834 |
| Peak decade | 2000s |
| Change over 10 years | −55% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #890 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Highest in the 2000s, Brock has receded since that peak. Well below its former use, it looks poised to slip more.
What goes with it
Hard edged and muscular in one syllable, crisp and strong. Cole offers a similar energy.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Brock is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Brock
- Brock Lesnar (born 1977)American professional wrestler, mixed martial artist and football player
- Brock Nelson (born 1991)American ice hockey player
- Brock Peters (1922–2005)American actor
From Wikidata and Wikipedia
Good to know
- Brock, Pewter City Gym Leader in Pokemon games and anime.
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