"estate of the fifth son"
Origin: Old French/Latin
Language: English
Quincey
Pronunciation: [ kw-IHNS-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"fifth"
Origin: Latin (Quintus)
Language: English
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The Story of Quincey
Quincey is a variant of Quincy, derived from the Old French place name 'Cuinchy' and ultimately from the Latin 'Quintus' meaning fifth. In Norman France, the suffix '-cy' or '-cey' was added to Quintus to create a place name meaning 'estate of the fifth son.' It came to England with the Normans after 1066 and became both a place name and a surname before transitioning into use as a given name.
Quincy gained fame in the US through President John Quincy Adams (the 6th US President) and later through legendary music producer Quincy Jones. The variant Quincey spelling has been used by parents who want a slight differentiation from the more standard Quincy.
Quincy Jones transformed American music as one of the most influential producers and composers of the 20th century, producing Michael Jackson's Thriller album (the best-selling album of all time) among countless other masterpieces. This association gives the name cultural cachet in music and entertainment circles.
Historical Record
Quincey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 1,845 babies have been named Quincey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Quincey is past its peak , currently ranked #4,256 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- John Quincy Adams was the 6th President of the United States and son of Founding Father John Adams
- Quincy Jones produced Michael Jackson's Thriller, Bad, and Off the Wall albums
- The 'Quin-' prefix means fifth in Latin, making this name perfect for a fifth child
Quincey in Other Languages
Latin
Quintus
French
Quincy
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Quincey
Popularity Over Time
#4,256
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Quincey
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Quincy Jones
Musician
1933
Legendary American music producer, composer, and arranger; produced Michael Jackson's Thriller
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John Quincy Adams
Politician
1767
6th President of the United States and son of Founding Father John Adams
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Quincy Morris Fictional
Other
American character in Bram Stoker's Dracula (1897), a brave Texan who helps defeat the Count
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,256
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- English American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Quinn
Quin
Q
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Frequently Asked Questions About Quincey
What does the name Quincey mean?
"estate of the fifth son" (from Old French/Latin). "fifth" (from Latin (Quintus)). Quincey is a variant of Quincy, derived from the Old French place name 'Cuinchy' and ultimately from the Latin 'Quintus' meaning fifth. In Norman France, the suffix '-cy' or '-cey' was added to Quintus to create a place name meaning 'estate of the fifth son.' It came to England with the Normans after 1066 and became both a place name and a surname before transitioning into use as a given name.
What is the origin of the name Quincey?
Quincey has Old French/Latin, Latin (Quintus), English, American, and French origins. In Old French/Latin, it means "estate of the fifth son". In Latin (Quintus), it means "fifth".
Is Quincey a boy or girl name?
Quincey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4256. As a girl name, it is ranked #5261. Quincey is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Quincey?
Quincey is pronounced kw-IHNS-ee.
How popular is the name Quincey?
Quincey is currently ranked #4256 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Quincey?
Common nicknames for Quincey include Quinn and Quin.
What are good middle names for Quincey?
Popular middle name pairings include Quincey James, Quincey Lee, Quincey Alexander, Quincey Thomas, Quincey Reed, Quincey Cole, and Quincey Miles.
What are good sibling names for Quincey?
Names that pair well with Quincey as siblings include Quinton, Beckett, Finnley, Hadley, Monroe, Sterling, and Piper.
How many syllables does Quincey have?
Quincey has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Quincey a common or rare name?
Quincey is an uncommon name, ranked #4256 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Quincey
Quincey is a boy name with English, American, and French origins . The name means "estate of the fifth son" in Old French/Latin .
Is Quincey a boy or girl name? Quincey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,256 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,261. Quincey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Quincey is currently ranked #4,256 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Quincey has 2 syllables and is pronounced kw-IHNS-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Quincey include Quinn, Quin, and Q. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Quincey include Quinn, Quincy, Quinton, Quintin, Quinten . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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