Discover people named Charles Rooke

The last name Rooke has its origins in England, deriving from the Old English word "roc," which means "rook," a type of bird, or from the Middle English "roke," referring to a person who lived near a rookery or a place where rooks nested. The name is believed to have first appeared in the medieval period, particularly in the regions of England where these birds were common. Historically, surnames like Rooke often indicated a person's occupation or the geographical features of their residence, suggesting that early bearers of the name may have been associated with farming or land management in areas frequented by these birds. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, including "Rook" and "Rookes," with slight differences in spelling and pronunciation, reflecting regional dialects and linguistic evolution. The name Rooke is relatively uncommon today, but it retains a connection to the natural world and the agrarian lifestyle of its early bearers.