Girls Names Beginning With Q

By alyshadragonfriend

Updated Sat Aug 19 2023

A very long list of girls names beginning with the letter Q. I hope it comes in handy.

Qiana
- Description:
  Qiana is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the 1970s, inspired by a silky nylon fabric of the same name that was popular during that era. The fabric was created by DuPont in 1968 and became fashionable in women's clothing. The name gained modest popularity as parents were drawn to its exotic sound and stylish associations. Pronounced 'kee-AH-nah' or 'key-AH-nah,' the name has a melodious quality enhanced by its unusual initial 'Q.' While never reaching mainstream popularity, Qiana has maintained consistent usage since its introduction. The name appeals to parents seeking something distinctive with a contemporary feel. Its unusual initial letter gives it a striking appearance, while its pronunciation remains relatively intuitive despite the uncommon spelling.
Quarry
- Origin:
  Nature name
- Description:
  Strong meaning, sweet but strong sound, fresh and earthy: a winner.

Quetzalli
- Origin:
  Nahuatl, Native American
- Meaning:
  "feather, precious thing"
- Description:
  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.
Quin
- Description:
  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.
Quincy
- Origin:
  French from Latin
- Meaning:
  "estate of the fifth son"
- Description:
  Quincy is a Presidential surname name that actually sounds both cute and strong when used for a girl. For the first time ever, Quincy joined the Top 1000 roster for girls in 2023, given to over 250 baby girls that year.

Quinlan
- Origin:
  Irish
- Meaning:
  "descendant of Caoinlean, slender "
- Description:
  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.
Quinn
- Origin:
  Irish
- Meaning:
  "descendant of Conn, chief leader, intelligence"
- Description:
  Quinn is one of the first popular Irish unisex surnames, a strong and attractive choice on the rise for girls but still popular for boys. Quinn was used for about 3000 baby girls and 700 boys in the US last year.
Quinna
- Description:
  Quinna is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Quinn, featuring a soft ending that enhances its feminine quality. While Quinn (meaning 'counsel' or 'wisdom' from its Irish Gaelic origins) has traditionally been used for both boys and girls, Quinna emerges as a distinctly feminine form. The addition of the 'a' ending follows a common pattern in creating feminine variations of names. This name likely gained some recognition in the late 20th or early 21st century as Quinn began rising in popularity for girls. Quinna offers parents a way to use the strong, crisp sound of Quinn while adding a traditionally feminine touch. Though uncommon in historical records, it fits well with contemporary naming trends favoring strong sounds with feminine endings.