Brock is a strong and distinctive name of Norse origin, derived from the Old Norse word 'brókar', which means 'badger'. It entered popular usage as an English given name in the mid-20th century, often attributed to its use by characters in literature and media. The name Brock is also associated with prominent figures such as Canadian-American geologist Charles F. Brooks, who was known professionally as Charles Brock.
"Brock experienced a peak in popularity during the late 1970s and early 1980s, with at least five babies named Brock born annually between 1976 and 1983. After a dip in the mid-1980s, its usage fluctuated somewhat consistently until 2005, totaling to 75 births over four decades."