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What does the baby name Brooklyn mean? Learn about what Brooklyn means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Brooklyn - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Brooklyn
B-R-O-O-K-L-Y-N, is a 8-letter female given name.
Pronunciation of Brooklyn
BRUWK-lin
BROOK lin
Meaning of Brooklyn
Stream by the lake, borough of new york, new york borough, from the land of the broken, uncertain, perhaps broken land, brook + lynn.
Origin of Brooklyn
The name 'Brooklyn' originated as a place name in the United States. It is derived from the Dutch name 'Breukelen', which refers to a town in the Netherlands. The town of Breukelen was named after a bridge (brug) over a small river (kelen) that flowed through the area. Dutch settlers brought the name with them when they established the neighborhood of Brooklyn in New York City.
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Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Brooklyn
Brooke
Brookie
Brooks
Popularity of Brooklyn
The name 'Brooklyn' has gained popularity over the years. It first entered the top 1,000 names for girls in the United States in 1990 and has since become a common choice for parents. It reached its peak in popularity in the early 2000s and has remained a popular choice ever since.
Brooklyn currently has 834 likes, and is in the top 1% of liked girl's names. The name Chantelle is slightly more popular than Brooklyn.

Etymology of Brooklyn

The name 'Brooklyn' does not have a specific etymology as it is primarily a place name. However, its Dutch origin can be traced back to the combination of 'breuk', meaning 'broken' or 'fragmented', and 'kelen', meaning 'streams'. This etymology reflects the geographical features of the original town in the Netherlands.

Cultural Significance of Brooklyn

The name 'Brooklyn' does not have a specific cultural significance beyond its association with the borough in New York City. However, Brooklyn itself has a rich cultural history and is known for its diverse communities, vibrant arts scene, and iconic landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge.