Hunter vs Quincy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hunter

Boy #128 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"huntsman, pursuer"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#128
Total SSA Count
2,831
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hunt

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Popularity Comparison

Hunter Rank #128
Quincy Rank #688

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #688 for Quincy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hunter ___

  • Hunter James
  • Hunter Cole
  • Hunter Reid
  • Hunter Blake
  • Hunter Scott
  • Hunter Grey

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 Hunter

Chase Wyatt Sawyer Parker Harley

If you choose Quincy

Phoebe Jasper Cecily Adelaide Clementine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hunter or Quincy more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Quincy at #688 in the United States.

What do Hunter and Quincy mean?

Hunter means "huntsman, pursuer" (Middle English origin). Quincy means "estate of the fifth son" (French/Norman origin).

Are Hunter and Quincy boy or girl names?

Hunter is primarily a boy name. Quincy is primarily a boy name.

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