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Quin

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Pronounced KWIN /ˈkwɪn/High

Meaning: A short form of Quinn — from the Irish surname O Cuinn, 'descendant of Conn' (Conn, variously 'chief; sense; wisdom'); used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: Descendant of Conn; chief; wisdom: Quin is a short form of Quinn. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'KWIN').
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Origin LowIrish
MeaningA short form of Quinn — from the Irish surname O Cuinn, 'descendant of Conn' (Conn, variously 'chief; sense; wisdom'); used for both sexes; here for girls
U.S. rank (2025)#7807 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 586

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719672025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Quin is a short form of Quinn — from the Irish surname O Cuinn, 'descendant of Conn' (Conn, variously 'chief; sense; wisdom'). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished). A crisp, modern name (said 'KWIN').

In the U.S. it is used for both sexes. Rare in this form, descendant-of-Conn at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Quinn comes from the Irish surname O Cuinn, 'descendant of Conn' (Conn, variously 'chief; sense; wisdom') — Quin is a short form, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'KWIN').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Quinn — unisex; here girls'

Variations

QuinnQuinneQuincy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Quin mean?

Quin is a short form of Quinn — Irish 'descendant of Conn' (chief; wisdom); used for both sexes.

How do you pronounce Quin?

It's said KWIN /ˈkwɪn/ — one syllable.

Is Quin a boy or girl name?

Quin is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Quin?

Quin is a rare name in the U.S.

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