Quinn
Quinn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Descendant of Conn, meaning chief, wisdom, or reason.
Origin and history
Quinn originated as an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Ó Cuinn, meaning descendant of Conn. While historically used for boys, it became popular as a unisex name in the United States in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It remains a steady choice for American boys, valued for its sleek, one-syllable sound.
Popularity in the United States
36,992 babies in the United States have been named Quinn since 1880. It ranks #592 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #443.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.2 %)
- IL (6.8 %)
- NY (6.4 %)
- PA (5.7 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 57 |
| 1920-1930 | 112 |
| 1930-1940 | 108 |
| 1940-1950 | 145 |
| 1950-1960 | 347 |
| 1960-1970 | 999 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,547 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,260 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,580 |
| 2000-2010 | 11,092 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,636 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,109 |
Famous people named Quinn
- Quinn Buckner: Basketball Player, Sports Broadcaster
- Quinn Hughes: Hockey Player
- Quinn Ewers: Football Player
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from the Old Irish personal name Conn, meaning chief or head.
- Though derived from an ancient Irish male clan name, Quinn transitioned into a widely used unisex given name in modern America.