Brooklyn
Brooklyn is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Broken land or marshland, derived from the Dutch town Breukelen.
Origin and history
Brooklyn is a unisex name derived from the Dutch placename Breukelen, meaning 'marshland' or 'broken land', associated with the famous borough of New York City. While far more common for females in modern U.S. usage, it maintains a steady, lower-volume presence for boys. It appeals to parents seeking modern, place-name inspired choices with a distinct urban flair.
Popularity in the United States
1,858 babies in the United States have been named Brooklyn since 1880. It ranks #2977 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1599.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.8 %)
- TX (12.4 %)
- NY (12.1 %)
- FL (10.6 %)
- GA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 32 |
| 1990-2000 | 139 |
| 2000-2010 | 645 |
| 2010-2019 | 709 |
| 2020-2029 | 328 |
Famous people named Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Beckham: Media personality, Model
Nicknames
Brooke, Brook
Fun facts
- The New York borough was named after the Dutch town of Breukelen, which translates to 'broken land' or 'marshland'.
- The name saw a surge in global visibility when David and Victoria Beckham named their eldest son Brooklyn in 1999.