Quinlan Meaning and Origin
Quinlan is a boy’s name meaning “shapely, strong, or descendant of Caoinlean” and is of Irish origin. The name Quinlan has both Irish and Gaelic origins. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Caoindealbháin, which means “descendant of Caoindealbhán.” The name is composed of two elements: “caoin,” meaning “slender” or “beautiful,” and “dealbhán,” meaning “form” or “shape.” Quinlan is primarily used as a surname but can also be used as a given name. It gained popularity as a first name in the English-speaking world during the 20th century. Famous individuals with the name Quinlan include actors Quinlan Dempsey Stiller and Quinlan Terry.
Names similar to Quinlan:
- Rowan
- Declan
- Finnian
- Sullivan
- Killian
- Ronan
- Nolan
- Eamon
- Keegan
- Tiernan
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