Quimby

Quimby is a surname that appears in English-language usage and can refer to various people and fictional character names. It is relatively uncommon and occurs in genealogical records, historical documents, and contemporary contexts where a family name is involved.

In popular culture, the name is best known for Mayor Quimby, a recurring fictional character in the American animated television series The Simpsons. Mayor Quimby is depicted as the long-serving, flamboyant mayor of the town of Springfield, often used to satirize political theater, self-promotion, and local governance. The character has appeared in numerous episodes across the show's run and is one of the more recognizable uses of the name in contemporary media.

As a surname, Quimby may be encountered by researchers and in local histories, though it does not correspond to a single widely cited lineage or prominent public figure. Variants and spellings can occur in records over time, reflecting regional pronunciations and transcription practices.

Outside of these usages, Quimby may appear in other fictional works, brand names, or place names depending on the author or creator. Because it is relatively rare, such uses are typically specific to their particular works and not part of a standardized or widely shared set of associations.