Find out how popular the first name Cuinn has been for the last 20 years (from 1997 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cuinn by gender

Based on the last 20 years of data, Cuinn is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Cuinn.

The history of the first name Cuinn

The given name Cuinn is derived from the Old Irish word "cúan", meaning "harbor" or "bay". This name has its roots in the Celtic culture and is believed to have originated in Ireland during the medieval period, around the 5th to 10th centuries AD.

The name Cuinn is often associated with the ancient Irish kingdom of Connacht, which was located in the western part of Ireland. The name was particularly popular among the ruling dynasties of Connacht, and it is likely that some early bearers of the name were influential figures in this region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cuinn can be found in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history. The annals mention a king named Cuinn Cétchathach (anglicized as Conn of the Hundred Battles), who ruled the Kingdom of Tara in the 2nd century AD. While the historical accuracy of this figure is debated, his name has become a part of Irish folklore and legends.

Another notable figure with the name Cuinn was Saint Cuinn of Iona, a 7th-century Irish monk and missionary who is venerated in the Scottish island of Iona. He is believed to have played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in the region.

In the 10th century, Cuinn mac Ailpin was a King of Scotland who ruled from 967 to 971 AD. He was part of the House of Alpin, a Scottish royal dynasty.

During the Middle Ages, the name Cuinn appeared in various Irish and Scottish literary works, such as the Annals of the Four Masters and the Book of Leinster.

Other historical figures with the name Cuinn include:

1. Cuinn Cétchathach (2nd century AD), legendary High King of Ireland
2. Cuinn of Iona (7th century AD), Irish monk and missionary
3. Cuinn mac Ailpin (967-971 AD), King of Scotland
4. Cuinn Ó Lochlainn (13th century), Irish ruler and chieftain
5. Cuinn Ua Laoghaire (14th century), Irish poet and scholar

While the name Cuinn has its roots in ancient Irish and Celtic cultures, it has also been used in various forms and spellings across different regions and time periods, reflecting the rich tapestry of names that have evolved throughout history.

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