US Popularity Rank: 4171

Origin: British

Meaning: Dark hair; Raucous voice

Rook is a gender-neutral name of English origin. Fans of chess will know that this is one of the game’s crucial pieces, and it is also a name of a well-known bird. However, you may not be aware of some of its more obscure meanings. Rook can also mean "dark hair" or "raucous voice," definitions that make the name suitable for a brunette baby with plenty of character!