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Quincey

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Quincey Pronunciation

Quincey is pronounced KWIN-see /ˈkwɪn.si/High

Meaning: -ey spelling of Quincy — from a French place-name, 'estate of Quintus' (Latin quintus, 'fifth')Medium

In 30 seconds: Distinguished and cool: Quincey spells Quincy — 'estate of Quintus' (the fifth) — with an -ey. Classic, jazzy (Quincy Jones), and warm.

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Origin MediumLatin, French

Meaning-ey spelling of Quincy — from a French place-name, 'estate of Quintus' (Latin quintus, 'fifth')

U.S. rank (2024)#4281 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2002

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,904

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Quincey is an -ey spelling of Quincy — from a French place-name meaning 'estate of Quintus', from Latin quintus, 'fifth'. A distinguished surname-name (Quincy Jones, John Quincy Adams); the -ey styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Quincy. Rare, estate-of-Quintus at the root, and distinguished.

Did you know? Quincy comes from a French place-name, 'estate of Quintus' (Latin quintus, 'fifth') — President John Quincy Adams and producer Quincy Jones carried it; Quincey adds an -ey.

Overall data confidence 75%

Behind the Name — Quincy — root etymology

Variations

QuincyQuinseyQuincee

Nicknames

Quinn

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If you like Quincey…

Quincy— the standard spelling

Quinn— a fellow Qu- name

Quentin— the 'fifth' relative

Quinton— another Quin- name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Quincey?

Quincey is pronounced KWIN-see (/ˈkwɪn.si/). Press play above to hear Quincey said aloud.

How do you say Quincey?

Quincey is said KWIN-see (/ˈkwɪn.si/). Press play above to hear Quincey said aloud.

What does the name Quincey mean?

Quincey spells Quincy — 'estate of Quintus' (Latin 'fifth').

Is Quincey a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Quincey?

Quincey is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Quincy is more common.