Quincy
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: Estate of the fifth son
Origin: Old French/Latin
Popularity: Ranked #654 in 2025 with 422 babies born.
History: Quincy derives from the French place name Quincey, from the Latin 'quintus,' meaning fifth. It was brought to England by the Normans as a surname. In the United States it became associated with President John Quincy Adams. Music producer Quincy Jones gave the name significant cultural cachet in the 20th century.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Quincy? About 1 in 4,397 babies born in 2025 were named Quincy, or roughly 2.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Quincy
What does the name Quincy mean?
Quincy means “Estate of the fifth son” from Old French/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Quincy?
Quincy has Old French/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Estate of the fifth son”.
How popular is Quincy?
Quincy ranked #652 in 2025 — given to 422 babies that year.
When was Quincy most popular?
Quincy peaked in 1977 with 716 babies registered that year.
Is Quincy a boy or girl name?
Quincy is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 84% of Quincys are boys and 16% are girls.
Is the name Quincy rising or falling in popularity?
Quincy has risen 543 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1195 in 2020 to #652 in 2025.
How long has Quincy been recorded?
Quincy appears in birth records across 143 years — from 1880 through 2025.