Quillon
French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Quillon
Quillon derives from the French word "quillon," meaning the crossguard or hilt guard of a sword, ultimately from Latin "collo" (neck), referring to the part that protects the hand.
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Etymology
Quillon derives from the French word "quillon," meaning the crossguard or hilt guard of a sword, ultimately from Latin "collo" (neck), referring to the part that protects the hand. The name is primarily used in French-speaking cultures and has historical significance in European heraldry and medieval weaponry contexts, though it remains quite rare as a given name.
Quillon currently ranks #13,658 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1998.
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