Find out how popular the first name Brooklinn has been for the last 23 years (from 1999 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Brooklinn by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Brooklinn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Brooklinn.

The history of the first name Brooklinn

The name Brooklinn is a modern invented name that has no definitive cultural or linguistic origin. It appears to be a combination of the English word "brook," meaning a small stream or creek, and the suffix "-linn," which is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "linne," meaning a pool, waterfall, or precipitous bank of a river. However, there is no evidence of this name existing prior to the late 20th century.

Despite its recent origin, the name Brooklinn has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. While there are no recorded historical figures bearing this name, a few notable individuals have adopted it in modern times.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Brooklinn is Brooklinn Khoury, an American singer and songwriter born in 1995. She gained recognition for her appearances on various talent competition shows, including American Idol and The X Factor.

Another individual with this name is Brooklinn Hotchkiss, an American beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss South Dakota USA in 2021. She went on to compete in the Miss USA pageant that same year.

In the world of sports, Brooklinn Larson is a professional soccer player from the United States, currently playing as a midfielder for the Houston Dash in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). She was born in 1995.

Brooklinn Wilkins is an American actress and model, best known for her roles in television shows such as The Vampire Diaries and Legacies. She was born in 1996.

Lastly, Brooklinn Kruppenbach is an American gymnast who has competed in various national and international competitions, including the 2018 Pacific Rim Championships, where she won a bronze medal on the uneven bars. She was born in 2002.

While the name Brooklinn is relatively new and lacks a deep historical lineage, it has already been adopted by a handful of notable individuals across various fields, suggesting a growing popularity and acceptance of this modern invented name.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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