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Quintus

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Fifth"

Quintus is a Roman praenomen derived from an ordinal, historically marking a fifth child or birth order.

Themes:romanordinalclassicalantiquity
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Popularity History of Quintus

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10627Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Quintus Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Quintus

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Quintus mean?
Quintus means "Fifth". Quintus is a Roman praenomen derived from an ordinal, historically marking a fifth child or birth order.
What is the origin of Quintus?
Quintus is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Quintus?
According to the latest SSA data, Quintus is currently ranked #10627 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Quintus a boy name?
Quintus is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Quintus?
Popular nicknames for Quintus include Quiie, Quin, quin, qu, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Quintus?
There are many names similar to Quintus in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin
Syllables2
Length7 letters
US Rank#10627
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withQ

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