Quintus
Quintus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Quintus
Root meaning: “masculine praenomen”
- A male given name from Latin
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin Quīntus (“masculine praenomen”), from quīntus (“fifth”).
How popular is Quintus?
Since 1880, 559 boys in the U.S. have been named Quintus. Its highest rank for boys was #3150 in 1917. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Quintus FAQ
What does the name Quintus mean?
Quintus traces back to a root meaning "masculine praenomen". A male given name from Latin Borrowed from Latin Quīntus (“masculine praenomen”), from quīntus (“fifth”).
What is the origin of the name Quintus?
Quintus is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Quintus?
Since 1880, 559 boys in the U.S. have been named Quintus. Its highest rank for boys was #3150 in 1917. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Quintus a boy or girl name?
Quintus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 559 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.