Quintyn

“fifth”

France origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8110US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

396All-time births

📅 Since 198900

What does Quintyn mean and where does it come from?

Quintyn is derived from the Latin name 'Quintinus', which means 'fifth'. It was often given to the fifth-born child in a family. The name has a strong historical presence in both French and English contexts. It can also be spelled as 'Quinten' or 'Quinton'. It's a relatively modern name in its vario

Cultural significance

Quintyn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of fifth.

Peak popularity

Reached #3382 in 2009 — currently #8110 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Quintyn?

Quintyn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Quintyn Grace

How popular is Quintyn right now?

Rising — up 41 spots — currently #8110 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#8110 · Top 6.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8110	10	▲ up 41
2022	#8151	10	▼ down 697 · -9% births
2021	#7454	11	▼ down 1918 · -31% births
2020	#5536	16	▼ down 117 · -6% births
2015	#5419	17	▼ down 961 · -23% births
2010	#4458	22	▲ up 508 · +29% births
2005	#4966	17	▼ down 612 · -6% births
2000	#4354	18	▲ up 4183 · +200% births
1995	#8537	6	▲ up 671 · +20% births
1990	#9208	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Quintyn

Best Year2000Rank #4354

Peak Count22

Average Rank#6619

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Quintyn

Quintyn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 396 total births recorded, Quintyn remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9208 in 1990 to #8110 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Quintyn in 2009:

Jacob Ethan Michael Alexander William

Quintyn by decade

Quintyn peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	43
2000s	165
2010s ★	167
2020s	16

💎Quintyn has only 396 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Quintyn?

Common

QuiQuieQuy

What names sound and feel like Quintyn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Quintyn also consider these

Quinlyn

American · descendant of Caoinlean

English · fifth-born child

France · variant of Quentin,

Brixtyn

American · from the briar

Common questions about the name Quintyn

What does the name Quintyn mean?

Quintyn means "fifth" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Quintyn?

Quintyn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Quintyn?

Quintyn originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Quintyn a common or rare name?

Quintyn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Quintyn?

Quintyn naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.