MallowbyNames

Quintan

KWIN-tan · Fifth; possibly a variant of Quintin or a place name.

Peak popularity
2000
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Quintan since 1980

Babies named Quintan per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61117198020002020Most births 2000Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s59
1990s87
2000s123
2010s34
2020s7

Meaning & origin

Quintan is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1980. It reached its peak usage in 2000, though it has never ranked in the top 1000. The name's trajectory has been stable in recent decades. Its origins are uncertain, possibly as a variant of Quintin (from Latin Quintinus, meaning 'fifth') or as a surname of Irish or Spanish origin. While no single state has stood out for its use, Quintan remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a numeric root.

Quintan likely derives from the Latin name Quintinus, a diminutive of Quintus, meaning 'fifth'. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries, possibly influenced by the Irish surname Quintan or the place name Quintan in Spain. The name saw modest use in the United States starting in the late 20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Quinn, Quin

Sibling names for Quintan

Names that share Quintan's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Quintan mean?
Quintan is thought to mean 'fifth', derived from the Latin Quintus. It may also be a variant of Quintin or a surname.
How popular is the name Quintan?
Quintan has never ranked in the US top 1000 names. Its peak year was 2000, but it remains rare.
Is Quintan a boy's name?
Quintan is almost exclusively used for boys, according to US Social Security data.