143 Baby Girl Names That Start With Letter Q

A quick-wit attitude, majestic queen vibe, and admirable quality all rolled into one list.

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• Sep 21, 2023

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One of the most fun and sometimes frustrating parts of being a parent is choosing a baby name. While some decide on the name long before the baby has graced the world, others wait for the baby to arrive. A common practice in choosing a name is shortlisting the alphabet and checking out all the names starting with the same letter. In this process, the letter Q is unfortunately overlooked, probably because the names starting with this letter are a bit outlandish and unique. But your daughter is a princess, and she definitely deserves a name that makes her special and distinctive, like a queen. So we think, the letter q will make a perfect naming option for your baby girl.

The letter Q projects persistence, calmness, and self-reliance. Girls with this initial have tremendous confidence, which propels them to success. With Q leading your child’s name, she is also likely to be a leader than a follower. And she may even take an interest in the unusual side of life, which will enhance her mental prowess.

Below is MomJunction's list of popular baby girl names starting with the letter Q. Believe us, there are more options than you can even think. Just click on the name to get complete information such as the origin, religion, and of course, meaning of each moniker.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Quilla	Unisex	Moon
Quincy	Unisex	Estate of the fifth son
Quineisha	Girl	Alive and well
Quineta	Girl	One who rules over majority
Quinlan	Unisex	Strong-willed warrior
Quinlee	Girl	Woman of wisdom
Quinley	Girl	She who is intelligent
Quinlin	Unisex	Very strong
Quinlyn	Unisex	Gentle and fair-featured person
Quinlynn	Unisex	Fairly; Intelligent

Quinna	Girl	A reasonable person
Quinne	Unisex	Descendant of Conn; Intelligence; Chief
Quinnie	Girl	Living like royalty
Quinnley	Unisex	Clearing; Meadow
Quinnlyn	Unisex	Unique; Strong; Feminine
Quinny	Unisex	Fifth; Queen
Quinta	Unisex	Fifth or estate; Vineyard in Portuguese and Spanish
Quintana	Unisex	Fifth-born child
Quintanna	Girl	The fifth girl
Quintara	Girl	Girl born in the fifth-month

Quintarah	Girl	Fifth born daughter
Quintavious	Unisex	Unique and musical
Quintella	Girl	Female derivative of Quintus; Fifth
Quintesa	Girl	Latin name meaning essence
Quintessa	Unisex	Fifth essence
Quintina	Girl	Fifth; Fifth child; Born in the fifth month
Quinzel	Unisex	Unique; Strong; Enigmatic
Quirita	Girl	Citizen
Quirtsquip	Unisex	Chewing elk
Quita	Unisex	Ruler of the house

Quiteria	Girl	Name of a fifth-century Catholic saint
Quoba	Unisex	Good
Quora	Unisex	Maiden
Quorra	Unisex	Ethereal; Enigmatic; Otherworldly
Quran	Unisex	Sacred text, recitation, guidance
Quratulain	Girl	Solace or coolness of the eyes
Qurratulain	Girl	A delight to the eyes; Joy; Pleasure
Qurratulayn	Girl	A sweetheart; Delight
Qurrtul ain	Girl	Cooling or delight of the eye
Qusar	Girl	A meteor

Quynh	Girl	Enigmatic, ethereal, mysterious
Quynn	Unisex	Head; Chief
Qwin	Unisex	A quintuplet

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Infographic: Stylish Names Starting With Q For Your Little Girl

The letter Q is unique in the domain of baby names, for it is less commonly used for naming a baby. However, this makes the bearer of the name distinctive, and people are more likely to remember their name. So if you are considering something special for your little princess, then names with the letter Q can be the right choice. The following infographic presents the choicest baby girl names starting with the letter Q.

quaint baby girl names that start with the letter q (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Quinn a boy and girl name?

Yes, Quinn is a unisex name derived from the Old Irish name ‘Conn’ meaning ‘head’ or ‘chief.’ In the US, the name Quinn was popular as a male name until 2010. When the female character Quinn Fabray became popular with the television series Glee, this name became popular as a feminine name too.

2. What are some nature-inspired baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

The Arabic name Qamar means ‘moon.’ The English name Quill refers to a ‘pen made from a feather.’ The African-American name Qiana refers to a silk-like material.

3. What are some traditional baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

Queenie, Quinlan, and Quirina are some traditional names that have been in use for centuries.

4. What are some famous fictional characters with baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

In J.K. Rowling's ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ series, the character of Queenie Goldstein, is a witch who can read minds. In the Disney film, ‘Tron: Legacy’ the character Quorra is a skilled warrior and the last surviving member of a group known as ISOs in a digital world.

5. Are there any famous athletes with baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

Chinese swimmer Qi Hui is known for holding the world record in the women's 200 breaststroke from 2001 to 2004.

Look Up For Many More Names

Do you have a name in mind and want to know more about it? Or want to find names belonging to a particular origin, religion, or having a specific meaning? Use our search tool below to explore more baby names with different combinations.