"estate of the fifth son"
Origin: French/Norman
Language: English
Quincy
Pronunciation: [ kw-IHNS-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"fifth"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Quincy
Quincy derives from the French place name Quincy, itself from the Latin personal name Quintus meaning 'fifth.' After the Norman Conquest, English barons who held lands in French towns named Quincy brought the surname to England. It appeared as a first name in America honoring the colonial town of Quincy, Massachusetts, named for Colonel John Quincy—great-grandfather of President John Quincy Adams, who was himself named after the town.
Quincy owes much of its modern cachet to legendary music producer Quincy Jones, whose partnership with Michael Jackson produced Thriller, the best-selling album of all time. It's growing in the US as parents rediscover stately vintage American names.
Quincy carries dual prestige: presidential gravitas through John Quincy Adams and jazz-world credibility through Quincy Jones. The TV medical examiner Quincy M.E. made it a household name in the 1970s-80s.
Historical Record
Quincy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 25,490 babies have been named Quincy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Quincy is past its peak , currently ranked #688 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- John Quincy Adams was named after Quincy, Massachusetts, itself named after his great-grandfather Colonel John Quincy
- Quincy Jones has won 28 Grammy Awards — more than any other record producer
- Quincy, Illinois was founded in 1822 and named after President John Quincy Adams
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Popularity Over Time
#688
Current Rank
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Peaked 1977
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Quincy
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Quincy Jones
Musician
1933
Legendary American music producer and composer who produced Michael Jackson's Thriller
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John Quincy Adams
Politician
1767
Sixth President of the United States, diplomat, and vocal opponent of slavery
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Quincy M.E. Fictional
Other
Fictional Los Angeles medical examiner in the 1970s-80s TV drama, played by Jack Klugman
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #688
- Total SSA Count
- 392
- Cultural Origins
- American English French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Quinn
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Frequently Asked Questions About Quincy
What does the name Quincy mean?
"estate of the fifth son" (from French/Norman). "fifth" (from Latin). Quincy derives from the French place name Quincy, itself from the Latin personal name Quintus meaning 'fifth.' After the Norman Conquest, English barons who held lands in French towns named Quincy brought the surname to England. It appeared as a first name in America honoring the colonial town of Quincy, Massachusetts, named for Colonel John Quincy—great-grandfather of President John Quincy Adams, who was himself named after the town.
What is the origin of the name Quincy?
Quincy has French/Norman, Latin, American, English, and French origins. In French/Norman, it means "estate of the fifth son". In Latin, it means "fifth".
Is Quincy a boy or girl name?
Quincy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #688. As a girl name, it is ranked #957. Quincy is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Quincy?
Quincy is pronounced kw-IHNS-ee.
How popular is the name Quincy?
Quincy is currently ranked #688 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Quincy?
Common nicknames for Quincy include Quinn and Quin.
What are good middle names for Quincy?
Popular middle name pairings include Quincy James, Quincy Edward, Quincy Thomas, Quincy Alexander, Quincy Miles, and Quincy Oliver.
What are good sibling names for Quincy?
Names that pair well with Quincy as siblings include Phoebe, Jasper, Cecily, Adelaide, Clementine, Edmund, and Imogen.
How many syllables does Quincy have?
Quincy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Quincy a common or rare name?
Quincy is moderately common, ranked #688 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Quincy
Quincy is a boy name with American, English, and French origins . The name means "estate of the fifth son" in French/Norman .
Is Quincy a boy or girl name? Quincy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #688 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #957. Quincy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Quincy is currently ranked #688 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Quincy has 2 syllables and is pronounced kw-IHNS-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Quincy include Quinn and Quin. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Quincy include Quinn, Quinton, Quintin, Quinten, Quinlan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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