Quintus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Quintus is a Latin name meaning 'fifth'. It has evolved through various forms, maintaining its connection to the numeral. The name is associated with traits of tradition and historical significance, particularly in Roman culture. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Quintus"
Pronunciation
/ˈkwɪntəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Quintus is derived from the Latin word 'quintus', meaning 'fifth'. It was originally used as a praenomen in ancient Rome.
Meaning
fifth
Language Evolution
Quintus (Latin), Quint (Old French), Quintus (English)
Historical Usage
Quintus was a common name among Romans and gained popularity as a praenomen. It was particularly used for the fifth-born child in a family.
Variants & Derivatives
Quin, Quinto, Quinta
Modern Popularity & Image
Quintus is less commonly used today but retains a classic and scholarly image, often associated with Roman heritage.
Famous People
Quintus Fabius Maximus (Roman general), Quintus Horatius Flaccus (Horace, Roman poet)
📊 Quintus Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Quintus"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Quintus"
"Quintus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6197th of 7545 | 14 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5506th of 7552 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4565th of 10718 | 82 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7263rd of 16616 | 72 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9099th of 24088 | 102 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4634th of 23106 | 255 |
Regional Popularity of "Quintus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
70.12% 3621st/5164 |
- |
57.18% 4267th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
51.59% 2315th/4487 |
- |
39.32% 2468th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Quintus" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Quintus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Quintus" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Quintus" in the United States
The name Quintus is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Quintus has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Quintus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6197th out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5506th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4565th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7263rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9099th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4634th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Quintus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.