What Does the Name Brooklyn Mean
The name Brooklyn comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Brooklyn below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Brooklyn Name Meaning
English (Modern)From the name of the borough of New York City, originally derived from Dutch Breukelen meaning "broken land". It can also be viewed as a combination of BROOK and the popular name suffix lyn.
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What does the name Brooklyn mean?
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Is Brooklyn a boy or girl name?
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