Brockton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBROK-ton / /ˈbrɒk.tən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: brook town; Old English: settlement by a brook
Historical & Cultural Background
Brockton is derived from Old English elements, where 'broc' means brook and 'tun' means town or settlement. It is often associated with various places in England and the United States. The name has been used in the U.S. since the 19th century, particularly in New England. Brockton, Massachusetts, is one of the most notable places sharing this name.
Trend Summary
Brockton has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., particularly in the late 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brockton was first seen in the United States in 1963. Brockton has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Brockton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brockton (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 37 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |