Find out how popular the last name Quin is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Quin.

Quin, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Quin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quin in America

Quin is the 18757th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quin surname appeared 1,462 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Quin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Quin to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Quin

The surname Quin has its origins in Ireland, where it first emerged in the 12th century. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "cuinn," meaning "wisdom" or "counsel." It is believed to have originated as a descriptive nickname for a wise or knowledgeable person.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Quin surname can be found in the Annals of the Four Masters, a chronicle of medieval Irish history. The annals mention a notable figure named Muircheartach Quin, who was a prominent chieftain in the 13th century.

In the 16th century, the Quin family was well-established in County Clare, Ireland. The family held lands in the area and played a significant role in local politics and affairs. One notable member of the Quin family during this period was Sir Edward Quin (1558-1628), who served as the Lord Chief Justice of Ireland.

The Quin surname also has connections to various place names in Ireland. For instance, the town of Quinville in County Clare is believed to have derived its name from the Quin family. Additionally, there are several townlands and parishes with names that incorporate the word "Quin," such as Quinpool and Quinworth.

Among the notable individuals with the Quin surname throughout history are:

1. Walter Quin (1575-1634), an Irish soldier and adventurer who served in the Spanish Army of Flanders and wrote a memoir of his experiences.
2. Windham Quin (1717-1805), an Irish politician and Member of Parliament who served as the Lord Mayor of Dublin.
3. Michael Quin (1796-1843), an Irish poet and translator who is known for his translations of ancient Greek and Latin works.
4. Edwin Richard Windham Quin (1808-1880), an English theologian and writer who served as the Vicar of Heston and published several religious works.
5. James Quin (1693-1766), an Irish actor who was one of the most famous and influential figures in the 18th-century English theater.

The Quin surname has a rich history that spans several centuries and is deeply rooted in Irish culture and tradition. While its origins can be traced back to the 12th century, the name has left an indelible mark on various aspects of society, from politics and literature to the arts and judiciary.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quin

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Quin.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Quin was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Quin has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Quin was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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