234 Baby Boy Names That Start With Letter Q
Quaint and quirky, these names are quintessentially unique.
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Out of all the letters in the alphabet, the letter Q is often ignored by the parents in their quest for choosing a baby name. It could be because there are just a handful of ‘q’ words, leave alone ‘q’ names. Or because the pronunciation of this letter is never the same. While ‘k’ and ‘kw’ are standard sounds, the letter q can even be pronounced with ‘ch’ or ‘ky’ sound. But it’s these peculiar characteristics which make this letter perfect for finding unique baby names.
Moreover, the letter Q is equal to eight in numerology, which represents stability, originality, strength, and wealth. Q boys have lots of courage, will power, integrity, stability, and trustworthiness. They have a philosophical nature and a desire to know everything about life and its purpose. Their primary goal is to work for the betterment of the world and humanity.
Relationships are significant for Q boys. They are truthful, loyal, honest, dependable, and always let you know where you stand at all names.
Below is MomJunction's comprehensive collection of original and quirky baby boy names starting with the letter Q. These names are so versatile that they’ll go with any surname and letter combination.
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 Qaabil |  Boy | An accepter, an approver of something | |
| Qaabiz | Boy | One of the ninety | |
| Qaadhee | Boy | A magistrate of justice | |
| Qaahir | Boy | One who conquers and wins lands and men | |
| Qaaid | Boy | One who is destined to be the leader of men | |
| Qaaim | Boy | A steadfast, standing person | |
| Qaani | Boy | One who is content with himself | |
| Qaasim | Boy | A distributor of something | |
| Qaasit | Boy | A person who is just, fair | |
| Qabbab | Boy | A person who is like a strong Deer | |
| Qabeel | Boy | One who is the male child of Syyidina Aadam | |
| Qabid | Boy | Good boy; Great child | |
| Qabil | Boy | A person who approves something | |
| Qabir | Boy | A grand, great man | |
| Qabisah | Boy | The all-mighty power of Allah | |
| Qabiz | Boy | One of the ninety men | |
| Qabool | Boy | One who is full of acceptance and approval | |
| Qabsat | Boy | A desirable and understanding person; helpful | |
| Qabul | Boy | One who accepts and approves things | |
| Qadan |  Unisex | A cliff; An edge of the mountain | |
| Qadar | Boy | A destination to be reached; One with a divine destiny | |
| Qadarat | Boy | Nature | |
| Qaddam | Boy | Leader; Prince; King; Chief; Ruler | |
| Qaddoor | Boy | A powerful person who is able to do anything | |
| Qaddur | Boy | A capable and powerful man | |
| Qadeem | Boy | An ancient, time-honored, or long-possessed | |
| Qadeer | Boy | An all-powerful and capable person | |
| Qadhi | Boy | One who is the judge of justice | |
| Qadim | Boy | Something ancient and very old | |
| Qadir | Boy | One of 99 names of Allah; A powerful and capable person | |
| Qahhar | Boy | Dominant; An emphatic word for the name Qahir, which means the irresistible subduer | |
| Qahir | Boy | A victorious one who conquers | |
| Qaid | Boy | A commander of men | |
| Qaim | Boy | A standing, rising, and well-grounded person | |
| Qaimaq | Boy | Cream; A variant of the name Qaima, which means bestower | |
| Qais | Boy | One who is known as a lover | |
| Qaisar | Boy | One who is an emperor, a Shah, or a ceaser | |
| Qaiser | Boy | A ruler, and an emperor of men and lands | |
| Qajeer Gul | Boy | Qajeer means presentable or something that has the least degree of negative criticism, Gul means flower | |
| Qalam | Boy | Pen; A type of pen made from a dried reed, used for Islamic calligraphy | |
| Qalandar | Boy | A man who is free | |
| Qalander | Boy | A person who prefers to live in solitude | |
| Qamar | Unisex | One as mysterious as the Moon | |
| Qamaruddin | Boy | A person who is a brilliant leader of the Muslims; Moon of the faith | |
| Qammar | Boy | Moon, lunar, or lunar month | |
| Qanaya | Boy | A blacksmith | |
| Qanee | Boy | One who is satisfied with his life | |
| Qani | Boy | Content; Satisfied person | |
| Qara | Unisex | Cloudlet | |
| Qaraar | Boy | Firm; Firmness | |
| Qaraja | Boy | Power of Allah | |
| Qarar | Boy | Rest; Resting | |
| Qaree | Boy | One who reads or recites | |
| Qari | Boy | The reader; Reciter | |
| Qarib | Boy | Close; Near | |
| Qarin | Boy | Irritable; Impatient; Narrator of Hadith | |
| Qarun | Boy | Soul; Self; Name of a man in Quran who is exultant in his richness | |
| Qaseem | Boy | One who divides | |
| Qasidulhaq | Boy | Courier of the Truth | |
| Qasif | Boy | To discover | |
| Qasim | Boy | One who distributes; To divide | |
| Qasit | Boy | Person who is just; Fair | |
| Qassam | Unisex | Strong; Resilient; Muslim | |
| Qatadah | Boy | A hardwood tree | |
| Qatawah | Boy | A companion | |
| Qateel | Boy | The one who can sacrifice anything for the welfare of the almighty | |
| Qatn | Boy | Power of Allah | |
| Qawi | Boy | One who is strong; Powerful; Firm | |
| Qayim | Boy | Upright; True | |
| Qays | Boy | Firm | |
| Qayshaun | Boy | God is merciful | |
| Qayyam | Boy | One who stands much | |
| Qayyim | Boy | One that is correct and appropriate | |
| Qayyum | Boy | Servant of the Sustainer of Existence | |
| Qazafi | Boy | One who Lives in Vast Forest | |
| Qazee | Boy | A judge; Justicer | |
| Qazi | Boy | Judge; Justice; Persian form of Qadi; A variant spelling is Kazi | |
| Qazir | Boy | Instant; Something done instantly | |
| Qazzafi | Boy | Wide; Spacious; Extensive | |
| Qeehael | Boy | The Biblical Cain Is The English Language Equivalent | |
| Qeshaun | Boy | God is merciful | |
| Qian | Unisex | Modesty, humbleness | |
| Qiang | Boy | One who possesses strength | |
| Qiao | Unisex | Pretty; Handsome person | |
| Qiara | Unisex | Unique; Elegant; Mysterious | |
| Qidam | Boy | Power of Allah; A variant spelling is Quidam meaning someone who cannot be named | |
| Qihael | Boy | Biblical Cain is the English language equivalent; Possessed | |
| Qimmiq | Unisex | Dog | |
| Qing yuan | Unisex | A clear spring or deep water | |
| Qita | Boy | An original person who is creative and original | |
| Qiu | Unisex | Autumn in Chinese; Hanyu Pinyin transliteration of the Chinese family names | |
| Qiwam | Boy | One who gives support | |
| Qiwamuddin | Boy | Support of the religion | |
| Qiyana | Unisex | Regal; Powerful; Fearless | |
| Qssim | Boy | One who divides | |
| Qtatdah | Boy | Power of Allah | |
| Qu | Boy | Interesting; Delightful person | |
| Quade | Boy | One who is born fourth; Evil | |
| Quadeer | Boy | A powerful and capable person | |
| Quadir | Boy | Capable; Mighty | |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning behind the name Quaid?
The name Quaid initially emerged as an Irish surname. It is the shortened form of McQuaid (1). McQuaid is the anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac Uaid which means 'son of Uad' (2).
2. What are some unique baby boy names starting with Q?
Some rare and unique baby boy names beginning with Q are Quillan or Quillen, derived from the Gaelic name Mac Uighilin. The Arabic name Qusay which means 'distant,' is also considered a unique masculine name. It was the name of an ancestor of Prophet Muhammad. Another notable name with Arabic roots is Qadir which means 'powerful,' and "mighty.' It is one of the names of Allah.
3. What are some traditional baby boy names beginning with Q?
Some traditional names across a few different cultures beginning with Q include Quinton, a variation of the Latin name Quintus which signifies 'fifth.' Quinlan is another conventional name derived from the Irish surname Ó Caoindealbháin. Qasim is a famous Arabic name that means 'one who divides goods among his people.'
4. How do you pronounce the name Qasim?
The Arabic name Qasim can be pronounced as 'KA-seem.'
5. What are some cultural or religious considerations when choosing a baby boy's name, starting with Q?
When choosing a name for your baby, respecting other cultures and religions is essential. It is advised to find out as much as possible about the name and its meanings in other languages and cultures. This is especially important if you are choosing a name that is from a culture different than yours. Understanding a name's cultural significance and correct pronunciation can help avoid misunderstandings.
References:
- Origin and popularity of the name QUAID
https://en.geneanet.org/surnames/QUAID - MCQUAID
https://www.familysearch.org/en/surname?surname=MCQUAID&print=true
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