About the surname
From major metropolitan hubs to rural communities, the Brooks surname is a ubiquitous part of the American landscape. The latest demographic counts confirm that 244,116 Americans have this surname. For context, this number of people would easily fill a major professional sports stadium. Statistically, you will find this name on approximately 1 out of every 1,364 Americans. This name is most prevalent within the White demographic (57.7%), though the Black or African American population represents a substantial secondary group at 32.5%.