Quinn
Unisex nameIrish
✨ Meaning
Quinn is the anglicised form of the Irish surname Ó Cuinn, meaning descendant of Conn. The personal name Conn comes from an Irish word usually read as chief, leader or wisdom, so Quinn carries the sense of 'descendant of the chief.' Its single syllable and unusual initial consonant give it a modern crispness that belies a very old origin.
🌍 Origin
The Ó Cuinn family were prominent in County Tyrone, and Quinn became one of the most widespread Irish surnames. It moved into use as a given name in North America in the twentieth century, initially for boys and increasingly for girls, and it is now one of the most evenly distributed unisex names in current use.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does Quinn mean?
Quinn means 'descendant of Conn,' from the Irish Ó Cuinn, with Conn usually read as chief or wisdom.
Is Quinn a boy's or a girl's name?
Both. It is one of the most evenly balanced unisex names in current use in North America.
Is Quinn an Irish name?
Yes. It is the anglicised form of a long-established Irish surname associated with County Tyrone.