About the Bronx, NY
The Bronx is the third-most densely populated county in the United States. If each borough were its own city, the Bronx would rank as the eighth-most populous city in the country.
This borough was named after Jonas Bronck, a Faroese Denmark born settler who established the area's first settlement. Throughout the 19th century, the Bronx welcomed numerous immigrant and migrant groups, transforming into an urban community. This cultural diversity has made the borough the birthplace of hip-hop.
The Bronx is also home to the New York Yankees, an iconic American professional baseball team.