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 feminine Quinta is virtually unused in the US, though male forms of the Roman family name Quintus, such as Quintin and Quentin, are quite popular. That may change with the emergence of comedian and actress Quinta Brunson, creator of the television show Abbott Elementary.

'Q' names are hot, and this is an intriguing fruit name that could be used for a girl or boy. The quince often appears in Greek myth, in tales of Aphrodite, Paris and Atalanta. Can also be a nickname for Quincy.

Quin is a concise, gender-neutral name that has been increasingly used for girls. It originated as a shortened form of names like Quincy, Quinlan, or Quintana, ultimately derived from the Latin 'quintus' meaning 'fifth.' The name has Irish connections through surnames like Quinn (from Ó Cuinn, meaning 'descendant of Conn'). Quin's simplicity gives it a modern, streamlined appeal that fits contemporary naming trends favoring short, gender-flexible names. For girls specifically, it offers a strong yet feminine option without frills or elaboration. The name has grown in popularity since the early 2000s but remains relatively uncommon. Its brief, punchy sound and rich cultural heritage make it appealing for parents seeking a name that's both substantive and stylish.

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.

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

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

Quistis is an uncommon feminine name that gained recognition through the popular video game Final Fantasy VIII, where it belongs to an intelligent, composed instructor character. The name has no traditional historical origins, having been created for the game released in 1999. This makes Quistis a modern invented name, similar to many names that emerged from fiction and pop culture in the late 20th century. The name has a distinctive sound combining strength and elegance with its crisp consonants and flowing 's' ending. While relatively rare in everyday use, it appeals to parents seeking unique names with contemporary cultural connections. The pronunciation is typically 'KWIS-tis', with emphasis on the first syllable.

Sounds pretty. But pretentious.

Quora is the name of a popular question and answer website founded by former Facebook employees. It's sometimes used for baby girls as a creative spelling of Cora.

Octavia has the numerical meaning doubled (eighth) and is much more user-friendly.

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.

Sounds too much like the name of a minivan.

Twist on the attractive and underused biblical name Keturah.

A bit too close to "quandary" and "queen".

The daintiest and most accessible of the many Q names for a fifth child, now used for girls situated anywhere in the birth order.

Quirky and cute.

Quintosha appears to be a modern constructed name combining the prefix "Quint-" (derived from Latin meaning "fifth" or possibly from the name Quinton) with the suffix "-osha," which emerged as a productive name-ending element in the late 20th century. The name likely originated in the United States sometime after the 1970s when creative naming patterns with distinctive prefixes and suffixes became more common. It remains a relatively rare name with limited documented usage. The construction follows phonetic patterns seen in other names formed during this period, with the combination of recognizable elements to create a distinctive-sounding name. The "osha" ending shares phonetic similarities with other feminine name endings like "-isha" or "-esha" that gained popularity in the late 20th century.