Rook
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Raven
- Origin
- English
Rook Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 636 baby boys have been named Rook. The name peaked in 2023 with 71 US births that year (rank #2091). In 2024, ranked #2384 nationally — 293 places below its 2023 peak.
Top States for Rook
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Rook births are: Texas (23), California (19), Utah (11).
Other English-Origin Names Like Rook
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4-Letter Names Starting with R
Names with Rook's exact length and starting letter: Raad, Rabi, Radi, Radu, Raed.
Quick Facts About Rook
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