Declining since 2004, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Quin since 1918
Babies named Quin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 | 8 |
| 1930s | 0 | 6 |
| 1940s | 0 | 15 |
| 1950s | 0 | 65 |
| 1960s | 7 | 101 |
| 1970s | 6 | 85 |
| 1980s | 23 | 117 |
| 1990s | 90 | 237 |
| 2000s | 106 | 499 |
| 2010s | 259 | 385 |
| 2020s | 95 | 175 |
Meaning & origin
Quin is a concise, unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1918. It peaked in popularity in 2004 and has since been on a downward trajectory, ranking 5,208 in 2025 with approximately 1 in 94,893 babies given the name. Its usage likely stems from being a short form of the more common Quinn or Quincy, both of which have Irish and English roots. Quin's appeal lies in its simplicity and modern feel, though it remains a rare choice compared to its longer counterparts.
Quin likely emerged as a short form or variant of Quinn or Quincy. Quinn is an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Cuinn, meaning 'descendant of Conn' (conn meaning 'wisdom' or 'chief'). Quincy originates from a French place name. Quin has been used as a given name since at least the early 20th century, often as a unisex name, though it remains relatively uncommon.
“Quin” around the world
Where Quin lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Quin
Names that share Quin's style, for a brother or sister.
