Quin Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkwin / /kwɪn/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: 'intelligent'; Latin: 'fifth'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Quin has Irish roots, often derived from the surname Ó Cuinn, meaning 'descendant of Conn'. In Latin, it is associated with the number five, often used in naming conventions. Quin has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is sometimes used as a short form of names like Quincy or Quentin.
Trend Summary
Quin has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Quinn
- Quinlan
International Variants
- Quin (English)
- Quinlan (Irish)
Famous people named Quin
Quin Snyder is an American basketball coach known for his work with the Utah Jazz.
Quin Hillyer is an American journalist and political commentator.
Fictional characters named Quin
Quin is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Quin was first seen in the United States in 1918. Quin has ranked as high as #1277 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Quin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Quin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 48 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 64 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 59 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 52 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 51 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 39 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 22 |