Quinton
Quinton: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkwɪn.tən/
Meaning and origin of Quinton
- A male given name from Latin.
Etymology
Variant of Quentin, merged with an Old English place name meaning "queen's town".
How popular is Quinton?
Since 1880, 42 girls and 31,623 boys in the U.S. have been named Quinton (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7123 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #298 in 1990. In 2025 it ranked #976 for boys, with 235 babies given the name.
Names similar to Quinton
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Sibling name ideas for Quinton
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Quinton FAQ
What does the name Quinton mean?
A male given name from Latin. Variant of Quentin, merged with an Old English place name meaning "queen's town".
What is the origin of the name Quinton?
Quinton is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Quinton?
Since 1880, 42 girls and 31,623 boys in the U.S. have been named Quinton (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7123 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #298 in 1990. In 2025 it ranked #976 for boys, with 235 babies given the name.
Is Quinton a boy or girl name?
Quinton is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 42 girls and 31,623 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.