Queen And Princess Names Starting With Q

Quinn is one of the most popular Irish unisex surnames out there, a strong and attractive choice on the rise for girls but still popular for boys. A recent year saw it used for nearly 2690 girls along with 615 boys in the US, meaning its split 80:20 across the sexes.

Sounds like a fictional rank of royalty.

Wisecracking waitress name stuck in the luncheonette. Started as nickname for girls named Regina -- queen in Latin -- now mostly a canine choice.

The Vietnamese name Quynh, pronounced exactly like the Irish gender neutral name Quinn, is a perfect cross-cultural choice with a lovely meaning.

A modern choice for girls riffing on the popular unisex name Quinn, with an extra syllable to add substance and formality. And Quinn is still available as a nickname!

Quitterie is a quirky saint’s name which is considered très chic in France at the moment. St Quiteria was a 5th century virgin martyr who was killed after refusing to renounce her Christian faith in order to marry.

Sounds pretty. But pretentious.

Quinlan is an Irish surname name given to a few dozen baby girls in the US each year. With the success of Quinn as a girls' name, Quinlan and its variant spellings Quinlin and Quinlyn might follow behind.

A heroine in a Victorian novel written with a quill pen, has an unusual, offbeat charm.

Novel choice for the child of authors. Quill could be used to honor someone with a rhyming name, such as Jill, Bill, Phil, or Gil.

Loving choice.

Sounds too much like the name of a minivan.

A quetzal is a beautiful, brightly-colored bird found in Mexico and Central America. It is the national bird of Guatemala, as well as the name of their currency.

This female form of Qadir represents one of the ninety-nine attributes of Allah.

This would make an interesting South American heritage choice. One famous bearer was Quispe Sisa, an Inca princess in the 16th century. It is also a surname.

Quian is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of the Chinese name Qian, which means 'money' or 'coin' and symbolizes prosperity and wealth. Alternatively, it could be a modern invented name or a variation of names like Quiana or Quinn. The name has a contemporary feel with its distinctive 'Q' beginning and simple two-syllable pronunciation (KEE-an or kee-AHN). Quian remains quite rare in English-speaking countries, making it an uncommon choice that stands out while still being relatively straightforward to pronounce and spell. Its cross-cultural potential and modern sound make it appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible for their daughter.

A rare and lovely Nahuatl name, which literally means "quetzal feather" – a quetzal is a beautiful green bird native to Mexico, Guatemala and South America. The word is figuratively used to refer to something precious or beautiful, making this a lovely option for a wished-for baby girl.

Quirky and cute.

St Quiteria was a second-century virgin martyr who was killed after refusing to renounce her Christian faith in order to marry.

Queenette is a feminine name that combines the English word 'queen' with the diminutive suffix '-ette,' creating a name that essentially means 'little queen' or 'young queen.' This elaboration on royal terminology creates a distinctly feminine name with an air of regality and charm. Queenette is quite uncommon, rarely appearing in popularity charts or common usage. The name conveys an impression of dignity and leadership while maintaining a touch of delicacy through its diminutive ending. Parents choosing this name might be drawn to its regal associations while appreciating its unique quality and the potential nickname 'Queen.' Its unusual nature makes it a standout choice that expresses aspirations of strength and nobility.