Quincey Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KWIN-see //ˈkwɪn.si//
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: English: fifth; Latin: from the quince tree
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Quincey has its roots in the Latin name "Quintus," which means "fifth." This name was commonly used in ancient Rome to denote the fifth-born child in a family. The evolution of the name can be traced from Latin to Old French, where it became "Quincy." The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Norman names were adopted into the English language, leading to the anglicized form "Quincey." Historically, the name Quincey is associated with notable figures, particularly in the medieval period.
One significant milestone is the presence of Quincey as a surname in England, which can be traced back to the 12th century. The name is also linked to the prominent Quincey family, who were landowners in England and had connections to various historical events.
Additionally, the name appears in the context of the American Revolution, notably with John Quincy Adams, who served as the sixth President of the United States in the early 19th century, further embedding the name in historical significance. Culturally, the name Quincey has been associated with qualities of strength and leadership, likely due to its historical bearers.
The name has also been linked to various literary works and characters, enhancing its resonance in cultural narratives. The diminutive form "Quin" has emerged in some contexts, reflecting a more casual or affectionate usage while still retaining the essence of the original name.
Overall, Quincey carries a rich historical and cultural legacy that underscores its enduring presence through the centuries.
Famous people named Quincey
In this section, you will find notable people named Quincey. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Quincey who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Quincey who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Quincey Jones is a music producer and composer best known for producing Michael Jackson's albums, including Thriller, Bad, and Off the Wall.
Quincey Adams is a notable figure in the field of education best known for his contributions to educational reform and policy.
Fictional characters named Quincey
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Quincey Morris is a fictional character from the novel Dracula by Bram Stoker. He is an American adventurer and one of the key allies in the fight against Count Dracula.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Quincey was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Quincey has ranked as high as #3884 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Texas, Utah, Georgia, California, and North Carolina.
In the past 5 years the name Quincey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Quincey is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Quincey was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Quincey.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 61 | 23 | 38 |
| 2024 | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| 2023 | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| 2022 | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| 2021 | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| 2020 | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| 2019 | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| 2018 | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| 2017 | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| 2016 | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| 2015 | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| 2014 | 67 | 45 | 22 |
| 2013 | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| 2012 | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| 2011 | 54 | 37 | 17 |
| 2010 | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| 2009 | 54 | 43 | 11 |
| 2008 | 66 | 43 | 23 |
| 2007 | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| 2006 | 68 | 51 | 17 |
| 2005 | 48 | 35 | 13 |
| 2004 | 67 | 46 | 21 |
| 2003 | 69 | 48 | 21 |
| 2002 | 71 | 52 | 19 |
| 2001 | 67 | 43 | 24 |
| 2000 | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| 1999 | 50 | 37 | 13 |
| 1998 | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| 1997 | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| 1996 | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| 1995 | 60 | 42 | 18 |
| 1994 | 62 | 43 | 19 |
| 1993 | 55 | 37 | 18 |
| 1992 | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| 1991 | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| 1990 | 56 | 41 | 15 |
| 1989 | 33 | 28 | 5 |
| 1988 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1987 | 32 | 24 | 8 |
| 1986 | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| 1985 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1984 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1983 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1982 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1981 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 1980 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1979 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1978 | 38 | 38 | 0 |
| 1977 | 46 | 46 | 0 |
| 1976 | 47 | 47 | 0 |
| 1975 | 38 | 38 | 0 |
| 1974 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1973 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1972 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1971 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1970 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1969 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| 1968 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1966 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1965 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1964 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1962 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1961 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1958 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1957 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1955 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1953 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1943 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1937 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1936 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1925 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1919 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1917 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1916 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Quincey (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 5 |