Brock
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Badger, brook
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #810 in 2025 with 306 babies born.
History: Brock comes from the Old English 'brocc,' meaning badger. It was used as a surname in England and Scotland before becoming a given name. It has a strong, rugged feel and has been moderately popular in English-speaking countries.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Brock? About 1 in 10,877 babies born in 2025 were named Brock, or roughly 0.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Brock
What does the name Brock mean?
Brock means “Badger, brook” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Brock?
Brock has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Badger, brook”.
How popular is Brock?
Brock ranked #810 in 2025 — given to 306 babies that year.
When was Brock most popular?
Brock peaked in 2003 with 1,378 babies registered that year.
Is Brock a boy or girl name?
Brock is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Brocks in registered births are male.
Is the name Brock rising or falling in popularity?
Brock has fallen 123 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #687 in 2020 to #810 in 2025.
How long has Brock been recorded?
Brock appears in birth records across 100 years — from 1914 through 2025.