BROOKLYN
The meaning of the unisex name Brooklyn is
Details on BROOKLYN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Popularity for Girl:
- 253rd in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 5,065th in the USA (top 20%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
2,487 births
BROOKLYN as a GIRL in 2024
62 births
BROOKLYN as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of BROOKLYN:
The name Brooklyn is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Brooklyn is: Water; stream.
The name Brooklyn is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Brooklyn is: Water; stream.
USA SSA birth(s) for BROOKLYN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name BROOKLYN
BROOKLYN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 2487 births |
| 2023 | 2859 births |
| 2022 | 3211 births |
| 2021 | 3540 births |
| 2020 | 4027 births |
| 2019 | 4312 births |
| 2018 | 4652 births |
| 2017 | 5168 births |
| 2016 | 5942 births |
| 2015 | 6302 births |
| 2014 | 6809 births |
| 2013 | 6890 births |
| 2012 | 6785 births |
| 2011 | 7164 births |
| 2010 | 6120 births |
| 2009 | 5664 births |
BROOKLYN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 62 births |
| 2023 | 63 births |
| 2022 | 53 births |
| 2021 | 52 births |
| 2020 | 60 births |
| 2019 | 95 births |
| 2018 | 64 births |
| 2017 | 71 births |
| 2016 | 68 births |
| 2015 | 66 births |
| 2014 | 68 births |
| 2013 | 47 births |
| 2012 | 63 births |
| 2011 | 79 births |
| 2010 | 87 births |
| 2009 | 120 births |
About the name BROOKLYN
Brooklyn, a name that flows like the gentle currents of a river, draws its origins from the Dutch word "Breukelen," meaning "broken land," a nod to the picturesque landscape of its namesake borough in New York City. With its rich tapestry of cultures, Brooklyn embodies the spirit of diversity, where art, music, and culinary delights converge, echoing the heartbeat of a vibrant community. This name carries with it an air of resilience and creativity, making it a beloved choice for parents seeking a name that resonates with strength and individuality. Beyond the shores of America, Brooklyn finds appeal in various cultures, symbolizing urban sophistication and a modern lifestyle. It resonates in places as far-reaching as Australia and the United Kingdom, where it evokes images of bustling streets and artistic enclaves. In choosing Brooklyn, one embraces a name that is not just a label, but a celebration of heritage, creativity, and the promise of adventure.
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