"estate of the fifth son"
Origin: Old French
Language: French
Quincy
Pronunciation: [ kw-IHNS-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"from Quincy, France"
Origin: French
Language: English
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The Story of Quincy
Quincy derives from the Old French 'Quinci,' ultimately from the Latin personal name 'Quintus' (fifth) combined with '-iacum' (estate of). It refers to an estate belonging to a person named Quintus or a fifth son. The name arrived in England with the Normans and became an established English surname. It has strong American presidential associations through John Quincy Adams.
Quincy has been steadily gaining as a girl's name in America, driven by parents who want the Quinn sound in a longer, more distinctive package. Its association with music legend Quincy Jones gives it incredible cultural cachet, and on a girl it feels fresh and unexpected.
John Quincy Adams was the 6th US President and the first president whose father was also president. Quincy Jones is perhaps the most influential music producer in American history, having worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and dozens of other legends. The name carries both political and artistic prestige.
Historical Record
Quincy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,769 babies have been named Quincy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Quincy is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #957 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- John Quincy Adams was the only US president to later serve in the House of Representatives after his presidency
- Quincy Jones has won 28 Grammy Awards, the most by any non-performer in history
- Quincy, Massachusetts is named after Colonel John Quincy, great-grandfather of President Adams
Quincy in Other Languages
Latin
Quintus
French
Quincy
Italian
Quintino
Spanish
Quincy
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Quincy
Popularity Over Time
#957
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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, composer, and arranger, best known for producing Michael Jackson's Thriller
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John Quincy Adams
Politician
1767
6th President of the United States and son of the 2nd President, known for his anti-slavery stance
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Quincy (TV character) Fictional
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Dr. Quincy M.E., the forensic pathologist protagonist of the long-running 1970s-80s TV drama Quincy M.E.
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #957
- Total SSA Count
- 272
- Cultural Origins
- American English French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Quinn
Q
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Frequently Asked Questions About Quincy
What does the name Quincy mean?
"estate of the fifth son" (from Old French). "from Quincy, France" (from French). Quincy derives from the Old French 'Quinci,' ultimately from the Latin personal name 'Quintus' (fifth) combined with '-iacum' (estate of). It refers to an estate belonging to a person named Quintus or a fifth son. The name arrived in England with the Normans and became an established English surname. It has strong American presidential associations through John Quincy Adams.
What is the origin of the name Quincy?
Quincy has Old French, French, American, and English origins. In Old French, it means "estate of the fifth son". In French, it means "from Quincy, France".
Is Quincy a boy or girl name?
Quincy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #957. As a boy name, it is ranked #688. 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 #957 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Quincy?
Common nicknames for Quincy include Quinn.
What are good middle names for Quincy?
Popular middle name pairings include Quincy Rose, Quincy Mae, Quincy Jane, Quincy Elise, Quincy Grace, Quincy Ann, and Quincy Blake.
What are good sibling names for Quincy?
Names that pair well with Quincy as siblings include Monroe, Lennox, Hadley, Calloway, Spencer, Waverly, and Arlo.
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 #957 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Quincy
Quincy is a girl name with American, English, and French origins . The name means "estate of the fifth son" in Old French .
Is Quincy a boy or girl name? Quincy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #957 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #688. Quincy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Quincy is currently ranked #957 in popularity for girl 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 Q. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Quincy include Quinn, Quinley, Quinnley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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