Girl name guide

Brooklyn name meaning, origin and style

Brooklyn name meaning: broken land. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Origin
Dutch and English place name
Meaning
broken land
Say it
BRUK-lin

Choosing Brooklyn

A considered dutch and english place name choice with a clear sound and a distinct identity.

Popularity note

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