Quinn Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkwin / /kwɪn/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: 'wisdom'; Latin: 'fifth'
Historical & Cultural Background
Quinn is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cuinn, meaning 'descendant of Conn'. The name has been used as a given name in modern times, particularly for girls. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century and has been embraced for its unisex appeal.
Trend Summary
Quinn has seen a steady rise in popularity for girls in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Quin
- Quinna
International Variants
- Cuinn (Irish)
- Quin (French)
Famous people named Quinn
Quinn Cummings is an American actress known for her role in the film 'The Goodbye Girl'.
Quinn Shephard is an American actress and filmmaker recognized for her work in 'Blame'.
Quinn Norton is an American journalist and writer who has contributed to various publications.
Quinn Sullivan is an American blues guitarist and singer who gained fame as a child prodigy.
Fictional characters named Quinn
Quinn Fabray is a character from the television series 'Glee', known for her complex relationships and character development.
Quinn Mallory is a character from the TV series 'Sliders', who is one of the main protagonists traveling through parallel universes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Quinn was first seen in the United States in 1948. Quinn has ranked as high as #182 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Quinn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Quinn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 218 | |
| TX | 175 | |
| NY | 163 | |
| OH | 153 | |
| PA | 153 | |
| IL | 129 | |
| FL | 104 | |
| MA | 94 | |
| MN | 90 | |
| NJ | 89 | |
| WI | 81 | |
| VA | 77 | |
| CO | 77 | |
| NC | 73 | |
| WA | 70 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 66 |
| 1979 | 146 |
| 1980 | 104 |
| 1981 | 97 |
| 1982 | 141 |
| 1983 | 96 |
| 1984 | 101 |
| 1985 | 80 |
| 1986 | 74 |
| 1987 | 82 |
| 1988 | 93 |
| 1989 | 78 |
| 1990 | 96 |
| 1991 | 107 |
| 1992 | 109 |
| 1993 | 131 |
| 1994 | 160 |
| 1995 | 201 |
| 1996 | 194 |
| 1997 | 206 |
| 1998 | 282 |
| 1999 | 334 |
| 2000 | 297 |
| 2001 | 306 |
| 2002 | 336 |
| 2003 | 394 |
| 2004 | 401 |
| 2005 | 407 |
| 2006 | 545 |
| 2007 | 523 |
| 2008 | 599 |
| 2009 | 630 |
| 2010 | 1,279 |
| 2011 | 1,692 |
| 2012 | 2,110 |
| 2013 | 2,653 |
| 2014 | 2,554 |
| 2015 | 3,095 |
| 2016 | 3,648 |
| 2017 | 3,597 |
| 2018 | 3,388 |
| 2019 | 3,208 |
| 2020 | 3,078 |
| 2021 | 3,201 |
| 2022 | 3,102 |
| 2023 | 2,853 |
| 2024 | 2,689 |