Emery vs Quincy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emery

Girl #70 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"industrious, brave"

Origin: Old Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#70
Total SSA Count
3,197
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Quincy

Boy #688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"estate of the fifth son"

Origin: French/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#688
Total SSA Count
392
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Quinn, Quin

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emery Rank #70
Quincy Rank #688

Emery is more popular, ranked #70 vs #688 for Quincy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emery ___

  • Emery Grace
  • Emery Rose
  • Emery Claire
  • Emery June
  • Emery Kate
  • Emery Jade

Quincy ___

  • Quincy James
  • Quincy Edward
  • Quincy Thomas
  • Quincy Alexander
  • Quincy Miles
  • Quincy Oliver

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emery

Avery Hayden Parker Riley Quinn

If you choose Quincy

Phoebe Jasper Cecily Adelaide Clementine

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emery or Quincy more popular?

Emery is more popular, ranked #70 compared to Quincy at #688 in the United States.

What do Emery and Quincy mean?

Emery means "industrious, brave" (Old Germanic origin). Quincy means "estate of the fifth son" (French/Norman origin).

Are Emery and Quincy boy or girl names?

Emery is primarily a girl name. Quincy is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons