Quinten
Quinten is a boy name of Dutch origin meaning “Fifth”, pronounced KWIN-ten. It ranked #2205 in the United States in 2025, given to 65 babies, and peaked at #676 in 1998. Common nicknames: Quinn, Quint, Q.
How popular is Quinten in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Quinten mean, and where does it come from?
Quinten is the Dutch and Flemish form of Quentin, from the Latin Quintinus — a diminutive of Quintus, "fifth," the name Roman families gave a fifth child. Saint Quentin, martyred in Gaul, gave his name to the French town of Saint-Quentin and carried the name across northern Europe. Quinten Metsys was one of the great painters of sixteenth-century Antwerp. American records hold the spelling from 1913; it entered the top thousand in 1919 and peaked in 1998.
How is Quinten used around the world?
Quinten is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 10+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Quinten?
Famous People Named Quinten
- Quinten Metsys — Flemish Renaissance painter of Antwerp
- Quinten Timber — Dutch professional footballer
- Quinten Hermans — Belgian cyclist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Quinten mean?
Quinten is a boy name of Dutch origin meaning "Fifth." Quinten is the Dutch and Flemish form of Quentin, from the Latin Quintinus — a diminutive of Quintus, "fifth," the name Roman families gave a fifth child. Saint Quentin, martyred in Gaul, gave his name to the French town of Saint-Quentin and carried the name across northern Europe.
How do you pronounce Quinten?
Quinten is pronounced KWIN-ten. Common variations include Quentin, Quintin, Quinton.
Is Quinten a boy name?
Yes, Quinten is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Quinn, Quint, Q.