Quentin

The name Quentin signifies 'fifth' in Latin. Historically used for the fifth-born child or symbolizing the fifth in a sequence, it has Christian associations due to Saint Quentin, a Christian martyr from the third century.

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The name Quentin originates from Latin as the Roman name 'Quintinus' or 'Quintus', meaning 'the fifth'. It was a popular name among Romans for boys born fifth in sequence. It was later adopted by some early saints and gained Christian connotations.

  • Popularity: 1,575th
  • Babies named Quentin in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 334
  • Nicknames: Quinn, Quin, Q, Quito, Quinny.
  • Full Names: Quintin, Quinten, Quenton, Quenton, Quent.
  • Famous Namesakes: Quentin Tarantino - Filmmaker, Quentin Blake - Illustrator, Quentin Richardson - Basketball Player, Quentin Bryce - Former Governor-General of Australia, Quentin Willson - Television Presenter.
  • Gender: Primarily Male, but also accepted as gender-neutral.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Quentin is often associated with the number 8, which signifies ambition, discipline, and a desire for success. Those with this name tend to be logical, strategic, and natural leaders.

Quentin, while not a common name, maintains steady popularity, especially in French-speaking countries and among those who appreciate classic, historical, or cultural names. It experienced a spike in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, largely due to popular cultural influences.

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