Brooklyn
girl name#118 in 2025Brooklyn entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #21 in 2011, ranks #118 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1972–2025
#118
rank today
#21
peak (2011)
2,300
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4763 |
| 1980s | #1505 |
| 1990s | #427 |
| 2000s | #101 |
| 2010s | #34 |
| 2020s | #83 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brooklyn has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 124,000 people named Brooklyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brooklyn alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brooklyn in 2025?
- Brooklyn ranks #118 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,300 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brooklyn most popular?
- Brooklyn peaked in 2011, reaching #21 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Brooklyn with classmates?
- Brooklyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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