Quinlan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKWIN-lan / /ˈkwɪn.lən/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of Caoinlean'; Gaelic: 'slender'
Historical & Cultural Background
Quinlan is an Irish surname that has transitioned into a given name. It is derived from the Gaelic name 'O'Cuinlean', which means 'descendant of Caoinlean'. The name has historical roots in Ireland, particularly associated with the province of Munster. Quinlan has gained popularity as a first name in recent decades, especially in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Quinlan has seen a steady increase in popularity as a baby name in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Quin
- Quinny
International Variants
- Quinlan (Irish)
Famous people named Quinlan
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Fictional characters named Quinlan
Quinlan Vos is a character in the Star Wars franchise, known as a Jedi Knight with a unique background.
Quinlan 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 Quinlan was first seen in the United States in 1977. Quinlan has ranked as high as #1239 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Quinlan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Quinlan (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 52 |
| 1996 | 64 |
| 1997 | 75 |
| 1998 | 86 |
| 1999 | 107 |
| 2000 | 110 |
| 2001 | 100 |
| 2002 | 104 |
| 2003 | 108 |
| 2004 | 99 |
| 2005 | 112 |
| 2006 | 144 |
| 2007 | 135 |
| 2008 | 103 |
| 2009 | 82 |
| 2010 | 89 |
| 2011 | 89 |
| 2012 | 80 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 51 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 31 |