Surname · Irish origin
Quinn
Meaning
The surname Quinn means Descendant of Conn.
Origin
Irish
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Quinn
Quinn comes from Ó Cuinn, “descendant of Conn,” meaning “chief.”
What kind of surname is Quinn?
Quinn is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Irish naming tradition — you can read how Irish surnames were formed on our Irish last names page.
Other Irish surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Quinn mean?
The surname Quinn means Descendant of Conn. Quinn comes from Ó Cuinn, “descendant of Conn,” meaning “chief.”
Where does the surname Quinn come from?
Quinn is a surname of Irish origin.
What kind of surname is Quinn?
Quinn is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Irish surnames?
Other Irish surnames include Boyle, Brennan, Byrne, Callaghan, Connolly, Daly.