Quillan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKWIL-an / ˈkwɪlənIrish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: cub; Gaelic: descendant of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
Quillan is derived from the Irish surname O'Cuill, which means 'descendant of Cuill.' The name Cuill itself is believed to be derived from the word 'cuilinn,' meaning 'holly tree.' It has been used in Ireland for centuries and reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region. The name is often associated with strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
Quillan has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Quill
- Quillian
International Variants
- Cuilinn (Irish)
Famous people named Quillan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Quillan was first seen in the United States in 1982. Quillan has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Quillan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Quillan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 7 |