Percival vs Quincy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percival

Boy #1,765 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"pierce the valley"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"estate of the fifth son"

Origin: French/Norman

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Percival Rank #1,765

Quincy Rank #688

Quincy is more popular, ranked #688 vs #1765 for Percival.

Is Percival or Quincy more popular?

Quincy is more popular, ranked #688 compared to Percival at #1765 in the United States.

What do Percival and Quincy mean?

Percival means "pierce the valley" (Old French origin). Quincy means "estate of the fifth son" (French/Norman origin).

Are Percival and Quincy boy or girl names?

Percival is primarily a boy name. Quincy is primarily a boy name.