gender neutral
Quinn
counsel, wisdom
About Quinn
This name carries an effortless sophistication that works beautifully in any setting. Quinn has surged in popularity for girls while maintaining a crisp, uncluttered appeal that never feels overdone. The single-syllable strength gives it remarkable versatility—it pairs seamlessly with longer middle names and flows naturally with most surnames. Parents drawn to Quinn often appreciate its modern sensibility and gender-neutral quality, which reflects contemporary values of flexibility and independence. The name suggests someone confident and capable, yet approachable. It works equally well in professional contexts and casual introductions, never requiring explanation or spelling assistance. Quinn feels fresh without being trendy, classic without being dated. Many parents love that it sounds complete on its own, requiring no nickname, though some affectionately use Quinnie for young children. The name has Celtic roots but has been thoroughly embraced across cultures, making it truly universal. For families seeking something distinctive yet familiar, strong yet graceful, Quinn delivers on every level.
Popularity of the Name Quinn
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | #982 | ||||
| 1995 | #940 | #603 | |||
| 1996 | #980 | #588 | |||
| 1997 | #962 | #518 | |||
| 1998 | #764 | #585 | |||
| 1999 | #680 | #490 | |||
| 2000 | #770 | #492 | |||
| 2001 | #775 | #512 | |||
| 2002 | #726 | #508 | |||
| 2003 | #671 | #602 | |||
| 2004 | #687 | #529 | |||
| 2005 | #682 | #432 | |||
| 2006 | #543 | #344 | |||
| 2007 | #576 | #330 | |||
| 2008 | #516 | #352 | |||
| 2009 | #488 | #345 | |||
| 2010 | #255 | #138 | |||
| 2011 | #188 | #634 | #173 | #100 | |
| 2012 | #153 | #384 | #139 | #652 | #84 |
| 2013 | #119 | #407 | #128 | #714 | #63 |
| 2014 | #126 | #407 | #157 | #526 | #71 |
| 2015 | #97 | #330 | #59 | #314 | #55 |
| 2016 | #79 | #260 | #47 | #416 | #51 |
| 2017 | #76 | #237 | #60 | #270 | #56 |
| 2018 | #85 | #239 | #60 | #381 | #55 |
| 2019 | #83 | #249 | #67 | #270 | #59 |
| 2020 | #84 | #212 | #46 | #288 | #64 |
| 2021 | #81 | #199 | #54 | #230 | #68 |
| 2022 | #73 | #199 | #81 | #202 | #74 |
| 2023 | #86 | #213 | #50 | #188 | #72 |
| 2024 | #96 | #237 | #88 | #215 | #77 |
| 2025 | #97 | #221 | #88 | #182 | #93 |
| 1991 | #906 | ||||
| 1992 | #884 | ||||
| 1993 | #650 | ||||
| 1994 | #664 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Quinn
Names Similar to Quinn
Nicknames for Quinn
- Quinny
- Qui
- Quin
- Inny
Famous People Named Quinn
| Quinn Shephard | American actress and filmmaker |
| Quinn Cummings | American actress and author |
| Quinn Cook | American professional basketball player |
| Quinn Coleman | American DJ and music producer |
| Quinn Harper | Australian singer-songwriter |
| Quinn Slobodian | Canadian historian and author |
| Quinn Allman | American musician - The Used |
| Quinn Smith | Canadian football player |
| Quinn Bradlee | American author and advocate |
| Quinn Bushnell | American businesswoman and entrepreneur |
| Quinn Cody | American off-road motorcycle racer |
| Quinn Dexter | Irish physicist and researcher |
| Quinn Helix | British model and actress |
| Quinn Kelsey | American opera singer |
| Quinn Harris | Australian Paralympic swimmer |
| Quinn Meyer | Canadian soccer player |
| Quinn Tivey | American artist and AIDS activist |
| Quinn Dombrowski | American historian and academic |
| Quinn Matthews | Irish journalist and broadcaster |
| Quinn Rooney | Australian sports photographer |
Characters Named Quinn
| Quinn Fabray | Glee |
| Harley Quinn | DC Comics |
| Quinn Morgendorffer | Daria |
| Quinn Perkins | Scandal |
| Quinn Ergon | The Vampire Diaries |
| Quinn Pensky | Zoey 101 |
| Quinn Archer | Arrow |
| Quinn Abernathy | Criminal Minds |
| Quinn Mallory | Sliders |
| Quinn Harris | CSI - Crime Scene Investigation |
| Quinn King | Unreal |
| Quinn James | Dexter |
| Quinn Whitaker | Friday Night Lights |
| Quinn Liu | 9-1-1 |
| Quinn Cannon | Grey's Anatomy |