Quinn: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KWIN · 1 syllable
Quinn means “wise; descendant of Conn, ’chief’”, from Irish.
The surname is borrowed from Irish O Coinn (“descendant of Chief”).
- Meaning
- wise; descendant of Conn, ’chief’
- Origin
- Irish
- Pronunciation
- KWIN
- US rank (2025)
- #97
- US babies a year
- about 3,629 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Quinn?
Quinn was the #97 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,297 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #97 |
| England & Wales | #248 |
| Scotland | #84 |
| Northern Ireland | #134 |
| Ireland | #176 |
| Canada | #97 |
| Australia | #123 |
How old are people named Quinn?
Half of US adults named Quinn are older than 27; most are between 18 and 57. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Quinn
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Quinn have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Quinn
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Quinn
What does the name Quinn mean?
Quinn means “wise; descendant of Conn, ’chief’”. It comes from Irish.
How do you pronounce Quinn?
Quinn is pronounced KWIN.
How popular is the name Quinn?
Quinn was the #97 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,297 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Quinn?
Half of US adults named Quinn are older than 27. Most are between 18 and 57.