Rook
Boy nameRook has been given to 750 babies in the U.S. since 2001. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 21,898 boys was named Rook.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
750
Peak year
2025 (88 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2001
10-year trend
▲ +132%
Gender split
5% girls / 95% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Rook — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Rook.
Sibling name ideas for Rook
Same era and popularity as Rook, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Rook?
Rook has been given to 750 babies in the U.S. since 2001. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Rook peak?
Rook peaked in 2025, when 88 babies were given the name.
Is Rook a girl or boy name?
Rook is primarily a boy name (95% of babies named Rook are boys).
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