Brooklinn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: br-oh-ohkl-eenn
Origin: Scotland
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Brooklinn carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

The name Brooklinn is a modern invention that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is a combination of the English word "brook," meaning a small stream or creek, and the suffix "-linn," derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "linne," meaning a pool, waterfall, or precipitous bank of a river. This name has no definitive cultural or linguistic origin but is often associated with the natural elements of a brook or stream. Despite its recent origin, Brooklinn has become a significant name in modern times, reflecting a growing trend towards names that evoke a connection to nature. The name Brooklinn is exclusively used for females, with no recorded instances of males bearing this name. According to data from the Social Security Administration, there were 6 female babies born with the name Brooklinn in 2021, a trend that has been consistent over the past two decades.

Brooklinn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Brooklinn is currently #17544 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Brooklinn is currently #10008 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Brooklinn is currently #8512 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Brooklinn is currently #4809 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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