Names of US

Brooklyn

Brooklyn is a popular female name in the United States with 63rd on the top list for 2021.

During the last 100 years 120,102 newborn girls were given the name Brooklyn.
1,639 boys were given the name.

The trend of newborns named Brooklyn in the US last 20 years

Brooklyn is a unisex given name that originated from a borough of New York City with the same name. It was originally used as a surname, derived from the Dutch village Breukelen, which means "broken land". The name Brooklyn has been steadily gaining popularity as a first name since the 1990s, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with urban culture and is frequently used in popular culture, including in music and film.

Brooklyn rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)

Nicknames for Brooklyn

BrookbrukShortened version of Brooklyn
Brookiebroo-keeCutesy version of Brooklyn
BbeeOne-letter nickname for Brooklyn
BKbee-kayAbbreviation of Brooklyn
LynlinShortened version of Brooklyn's second syllable
BrooksbruksNickname derived from the name Brooklyn

Fictional character called Brooklyn from pop culture

BrooklynGargoylesOne of the main characters in the animated television series "Gargoyles", Brooklyn is a gargoyle warrior who is loyal to his clan and protective of his friends.
BrooklynThe Bold and the BeautifulBrooklyn is a character on the long-running American soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful". She is the daughter of Bridget Forrester and Nick Marone, and was born in 2008.
BrooklynThe Secret Life of PetsBrooklyn is one of the characters in the animated film "The Secret Life of Pets". She is a white poodle who is owned by a wealthy woman named Katie.
BrooklynThe Magnificent SevenBrooklyn is one of the seven cowboys hired to protect a Mexican village from bandits in the classic western film "The Magnificent Seven". He is played by actor Horst Buchholz.
BrooklynYoungerBrooklyn is a character on the American comedy-drama television series "Younger". She is a young writer who befriends the show's protagonist Liza Miller, who is pretending to be a younger woman in order to re-enter the workforce.
BrooklynThe DivisionBrooklyn is a character on the American police procedural drama television series "The Division". She is a detective in the San Francisco Police Department, and is played by actress Lela Rochon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brooklyn

What is the origin of the name Brooklyn?Brooklyn is a name of English origin, which was originally derived from the Dutch name Breukelen.
Is Brooklyn a popular name?Yes, Brooklyn has become a popular name in recent years, especially in the United States.
What does the name Brooklyn mean?The name Brooklyn means ""broken land"" or ""marshland"" in Dutch.
Is Brooklyn a unisex name?Yes, Brooklyn is considered a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls.
What famous people have the name Brooklyn?Famous people with the name Brooklyn include actress Brooklyn Decker and soccer player Brooklyn Beckham.
What are some similar names to Brooklyn?Similar names to Brooklyn include Brooklynn, Brook, and Brooke.