gender neutral
Quinn
counsel, wisdom
About Quinn
Sharp, smart, and effortlessly cool, Quinn delivers maximum impact with minimum fuss. This single-syllable powerhouse has skyrocketed in popularity, beloved for its gender-neutral appeal and contemporary edge. Quinn feels fresh and modern while having legitimate historical roots, giving it both trendiness and tradition. The name's brevity makes it practical—easy to write, spell, and remember—while its distinctive "Q" beginning ensures it stands out on any roster. Parents gravitating toward Quinn often value simplicity, equality, and names that avoid heavy gendered expectations. The name suits any personality type, from athletic to academic, artistic to entrepreneurial. Quinn pairs exceptionally well with longer middle names or surnames, providing excellent balance. Its popularity reflects broader cultural shifts toward streamlined, versatile naming choices that serve children well in an evolving world.
Popularity of the Name Quinn
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | #923 | ||||
| 1961 | #936 | ||||
| 1962 | #943 | ||||
| 1963 | #765 | ||||
| 1964 | #708 | ||||
| 1965 | #730 | ||||
| 1966 | #709 | ||||
| 1967 | #642 | ||||
| 1968 | #704 | ||||
| 1969 | #730 | ||||
| 1970 | #640 | ||||
| 1971 | #682 | ||||
| 1972 | #734 | ||||
| 1973 | #686 | ||||
| 1974 | #633 | #317 | |||
| 1975 | #667 | ||||
| 1976 | #698 | ||||
| 1977 | #704 | ||||
| 1978 | #656 | #294 | |||
| 1979 | #580 | ||||
| 1980 | #582 | ||||
| 1981 | #627 | ||||
| 1982 | #630 | #300 | |||
| 1983 | #646 | ||||
| 1984 | #645 | ||||
| 1985 | #680 | ||||
| 1986 | #574 | ||||
| 1987 | #555 | ||||
| 1988 | #568 | ||||
| 1989 | #501 | ||||
| 1990 | #517 | ||||
| 1991 | #451 | #247 | |||
| 1992 | #452 | #338 | |||
| 1993 | #420 | #276 | |||
| 1994 | #391 | #237 | #293 | ||
| 1995 | #385 | #383 | #205 | ||
| 1996 | #332 | #224 | #172 | ||
| 1997 | #300 | #822 | #231 | #153 | |
| 1998 | #330 | #453 | #176 | #169 | |
| 1999 | #291 | #577 | #105 | #146 | |
| 2000 | #311 | #511 | #105 | #158 | |
| 2001 | #305 | #600 | #100 | #162 | |
| 2002 | #312 | #645 | #131 | #563 | #170 |
| 2003 | #290 | #461 | #113 | #167 | |
| 2004 | #306 | #441 | #92 | #607 | #170 |
| 2005 | #304 | #565 | #86 | #178 | |
| 2006 | #282 | #451 | #86 | #163 | |
| 2007 | #264 | #496 | #103 | #608 | #165 |
| 2008 | #281 | #490 | #95 | #583 | #161 |
| 2009 | #259 | #460 | #81 | #844 | #156 |
| 2010 | #276 | #406 | #63 | #844 | #181 |
| 2011 | #296 | #385 | #81 | #884 | #174 |
| 2012 | #319 | #400 | #69 | #534 | #216 |
| 2013 | #356 | #356 | #133 | #834 | #219 |
| 2014 | #363 | #307 | #93 | #689 | #248 |
| 2015 | #354 | #296 | #101 | #306 | #273 |
| 2016 | #330 | #254 | #81 | #310 | #277 |
| 2017 | #363 | #239 | #128 | #313 | #272 |
| 2018 | #384 | #233 | #78 | #338 | #323 |
| 2019 | #400 | #271 | #105 | #379 | #265 |
| 2020 | #439 | #302 | #77 | #365 | #281 |
| 2021 | #407 | #276 | #68 | #427 | #290 |
| 2022 | #444 | #287 | #77 | #281 | #339 |
| 2023 | #452 | #356 | #174 | #380 | #393 |
| 2024 | #497 | #322 | #170 | #404 | #385 |
| 2025 | #467 | #285 | #174 | #746 | #333 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Quinn
Names Similar to Quinn
Nicknames for Quinn
- Q
- Quin
- QJ
- Quinny
Famous People Named Quinn
| Quinn Cook | American basketball player |
| Quinn Hughes | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Quinn XCII | American singer-songwriter |
| Quinn Allman | American musician |
| Quinn Shephard | American actress |
| Quinn Buckner | American basketball player and coach |
| Quinn Martin | American television producer |
| Quinn O'Hara | Scottish-American actress |
| Quinn Early | American football player |
| Quinn Culkin | American actor |
| Quinn Rooney | Australian photographer |
| Quinn Carpenter | American cyclist |
| Quinn Sullivan | American musician |
| Quinn Sypniewski | American football player |
| Quinn Johnson | American football player |
| Quinn Redeker | American actor and writer |
| Quinn Bushnell | American entrepreneur |
| Quinn Mooney | Australian rules footballer |
| Quinn Larson | American film producer |
Characters Named Quinn
| Quinn Fabray | Glee |
| Quinn Mallory | Sliders |
| Quinn Ergon | Star Trek - Deep Space Nine |
| Quinn Morgendorffer | Daria |
| Quinn Dexter | Night's Dawn Trilogy |
| Quinn Ackerman | Work It |
| Quinn Pensky | Zoey 101 |
| Quinn Ethan | The O.C |
| Quinn Whitaker | Roswell, New Mexico |
| Quinn McKey | America's Next Top Model |
| Quinn Taylor | The Bold and the Beautiful |
| Quinn Harris | How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days |
| Quinn O'Reilly | Home and Away |