Quinn
“descendant of Conn, 'chief'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Quinn an Irish name?
Quinn is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Cuinn.
What does the surname Quinn mean?
Quinn (Irish: Ó Cuinn) means “descendant of Conn, 'chief'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Quinn from?
The historic homeland of the Quinn name is Tyrone, Clare, Longford. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Quinn?
Ó Cuinn. Related spellings: O'Quinn.
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