Declining since 2012, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Quinlyn since 1982
Babies named Quinlyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 157 |
| 2010s | 201 |
| 2020s | 77 |
Meaning & origin
Quinlyn is a rare modern coinage, first appearing in U.S. records in 1982. It combines the sounds of Quinn and Lynn, fitting a pattern of feminine -lyn names. Its use peaked in 2011, but has since declined. In 2025, the name ranked 8,362, with only about 1 in 133,939 newborns given the name. Quinlyn has never been tied to any top state, reflecting its scattered usage. As a modern invention, it lacks deep historical roots but offers a distinctive, melodic option.
Quinlyn first appeared in U.S. records in 1982, likely formed by combining the popular Irish surname Quinn (from Old Irish Conn, meaning 'wisdom' or 'chief') with the feminine suffix -lyn, a variant of -line favored in modern names. It follows the pattern of names like Lynn and Kaylyn, reflecting a trend of blending existing name elements. Its use has remained sporadic, never cracking the top 1,000.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Quinn, Lyn, Lynnie
Sibling names for Quinlyn
Names that share Quinlyn's style, for a brother or sister.
