Irish surname-derived name from Ó Cuinn; original root meaning is uncertain
Unisex
Quinn
An Irish surname-derived given name
Meaning
Quinn is a concise unisex given name derived from an Irish surname, the Anglicized form of Gaelic Ó Cuinn. The surname developed from the personal name Conn, though the original meaning of that older name is not fully settled. Quinn has a long history as a family name and is now widely used as a first name for both girls and boys, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its one-syllable form gives it a clean, modern style that works well alongside traditional and contemporary names. At Baby Name Care, Quinn is presented as a versatile name with Irish roots, a confident sound, and a gender-neutral identity.
Origin & Background
The name Quinn is associated with Irish Gaelic surname, Derived from the personal name Conn, Anglicized form of Ó Cuinn.
Cultural / Religious associations
Pronunciation
KWIN
/kwɪn/
Numerology
Pythagorean
3
Chaldean
9
Lucky Number
3
Name Style
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