Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 06, 2024

Brooklynn

US Popularity Rank: 769

Origin: Dutch

Meaning: broken land

Brooklynn is a gender-neutral baby name of Dutch origin. From the heart and soul of New York City, Brooklyn is a metropolitan town with blossoming cherry trees, botanical gardens, and the renowned Brooklyn Bridge. But the name Brooklynn actually derives from the Dutch town called Breukelen, which means “broken land,” While the United States may have put a spin on the location with lively markets and a nickname like Brook, Brooklynn can be a bright and upbeat name every city baby.