Quentin: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KWEN-tin · 2 syllables
Quentin means “fifth”, from Latin and French.
From Old French. The name of a third century French martyr, from Latin Quintinus, a derivative of the Roman praenomen Quintus, from quintus (“fifth”). It was brought to England by the Normans, but never became particularly popular. Compare Quinton.
- Meaning
- fifth
- Origin
- Latin, French
- Pronunciation
- KWEN-tin
- US rank (2025)
- #965
- US babies a year
- about 372 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1990
How popular is Quentin?
Quentin was the #965 name in the US in 2025, given to 238 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 44% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #965 |
| France | #509 |
How old are people named Quentin?
Half of US adults named Quentin are older than 35; most are between 19 and 67. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Quentin
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Quentin have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Quentin
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Quentin
What does the name Quentin mean?
Quentin means “fifth”. It comes from Latin and French.
How do you pronounce Quentin?
Quentin is pronounced KWEN-tin.
How popular is the name Quentin?
Quentin was the #965 name in the US in 2025, given to 238 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 44% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
How old are people named Quentin?
Half of US adults named Quentin are older than 35. Most are between 19 and 67.