About Brookings
The surname Brookings is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "broc" meaning "brook" or "stream" and the suffix "-ing" indicating "descendant" or "son of." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Brookings can be interpreted as "son of the one who lived near or worked with brooks or streams." It is a locational surname, often given to individuals who resided near or had a connection to a brook or stream.
The surname Brookings is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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