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Quinn

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Pronounced KWIN /kwɪn/High

Meaning: Descendant of Conn; chief or intelligence — from Irish Ó Cuinn, from conn (head, reason, chief)High

In 30 seconds: A sharp Irish Gaelic surname meaning 'descendant of the chief,' Quinn has crossed over to become a popular unisex first name, especially for girls, valued for its bold one-syllable punch.
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Origin HighIrish Gaelic
MeaningDescendant of Conn; chief or intelligence — from Irish Ó Cuinn, from conn (head, reason, chief)
Peak year2016
Total births (all-time)≈ 28,283

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201619482017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Quinn derives from the Irish surname Ó Cuinn, meaning 'descendant of Conn,' where conn can mean 'head,' 'chief,' or 'reason/intelligence.' The Quinns were a powerful Ulster clan.

As a given name Quinn has been used for both boys and girls but has become predominantly a girls' name in the United States in the 21st century, entering the top 100 girls' names.

Did you know? Quinn is one of the most common Irish surnames; the Quinns (Ó Cuinn) were a powerful Gaelic clan in County Tyrone, Ulster.

Variations

QuinQuinne

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Quinn mean?

Quinn comes from the Irish surname Ó Cuinn, meaning 'descendant of Conn,' where Conn means 'chief' or 'intelligence.'

How do you pronounce Quinn?

It is said KWIN /kwɪn/ — one syllable.

Is Quinn a boy or girl name?

Quinn is used for both boys and girls, but is now predominantly a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is Quinn?

Quinn has entered the U.S. top 100 girls' names in recent years and continues to climb.