Quinton
Quinton is a boy name of English origin meaning “Queen's settlement, fifth”, pronounced KWIN-tun. It ranked #976 in the United States in 2025, given to 235 babies, and peaked at #298 in 1990. Common nicknames: Quinn, Quint, Q.
How popular is Quinton 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 Quinton mean, and where does it come from?
Quinton has two sources that meet in the same spelling: the English place name — Old English cwen, "queen," and tun, "settlement," found in Warwickshire and Gloucestershire — and the Latin Quintinus, "fifth," through the French Quentin. The -ton ending made it the most American of the four spellings. Records hold it since 1903; it entered the top thousand in 1906 and peaked in 1990. South African sport supplies its two best-known bearers today, a cricketer and a footballer.
How is Quinton used around the world?
Quinton is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 11+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Quinton?
Famous People Named Quinton
- Quinton de Kock — South African international cricketer
- Quinton Fortune — South African footballer
- Quinton Aaron — American actor, star of The Blind Side
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Quinton mean?
Quinton is a boy name of English origin meaning "Queen's settlement, fifth." Quinton has two sources that meet in the same spelling: the English place name — Old English cwen, "queen," and tun, "settlement," found in Warwickshire and Gloucestershire — and the Latin Quintinus, "fifth," through the French Quentin. The -ton ending made it the most American of the four spellings.
How do you pronounce Quinton?
Quinton is pronounced KWIN-tun. Common variations include Quentin, Quinten, Quintin.
Is Quinton a boy name?
Yes, Quinton is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Quinn, Quint, Q.