Quincy

At a Glance

Meaning

Fifth (via a French place name, roughly 'estate of Quintus/the fifth-born')

Origin

Norman French (place name Quincy/Quincey, ultimately from Latin Quintus)

Gender

Neutral

Pronunciation

KWIN-seeListen

Quincy (pronounced KWIN-see) traces back to a Norman French place name, Quincy or Quincey, which itself comes from the Latin name Quintus — giving Quincy its meaning of 'fifth.' It's used as a name for any gender, and its origin as an estate name gives it a grounded, place-rooted feel. If you're researching it, that's the documented story behind where the name and its meaning come from.

Meaning & Origin of Quincy

Meaning: Fifth (via a French place name, roughly 'estate of Quintus/the fifth-born').

Origin: Norman French (place name Quincy/Quincey, ultimately from Latin Quintus).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Quincy

Popularity of Quincy

Quincy hit its high point on the SSA charts in 1977, ranking #273 with 716 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #689, with 392 babies — fewer than in 1977, but still a name parents are actively choosing.

Names Like Quincy

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FAQ

What does the name Quincy mean?

Fifth (via a French place name, roughly ‘estate of Quintus/the fifth-born’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Quincy?

Quincy is pronounced KWIN-see (IPA: /ˈkwɪnzi/).

Is Quincy a popular name right now?

Quincy peaked at #273 in 1977 and is ranked #689 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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