Quintin
Quintin is a boy name of Latin origin meaning “Fifth”, pronounced KWIN-tin. It ranked #1899 in the United States in 2025, given to 83 babies, and peaked at #503 in 1990. Common nicknames: Quint, Quinn, Tin.
How popular is Quintin 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 Quintin mean, and where does it come from?
Quintin is one of the English spellings of Quentin, from the Roman Quintus — the fifth, a name given by number in families that ran to many children. It travelled through Saint Quentin of Amiens and the Norman Conquest, and appears in Scotland as a surname and a place name. American records hold it since 1912, and it entered the top thousand in 1956, peaking in 1990. Of the four spellings in common use it is the least common, which is generally why a family picks it.
How is Quintin used around the world?
Quintin is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 12+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Quintin?
Famous People Named Quintin
- Quintin Hogg — British Lord Chancellor and Conservative politician
- Quintin Hogg — Victorian philanthropist and founder of the Regent Street Polytechnic
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Quintin mean?
Quintin is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Fifth." Quintin is one of the English spellings of Quentin, from the Roman Quintus — the fifth, a name given by number in families that ran to many children. It travelled through Saint Quentin of Amiens and the Norman Conquest, and appears in Scotland as a surname and a place name.
How do you pronounce Quintin?
Quintin is pronounced KWIN-tin. Common variations include Quentin, Quinten, Quinton.
Is Quintin a boy name?
Yes, Quintin is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Quint, Quinn, Tin.