Boy Name · Latin Origin
Quentin
Considering Quentin? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Fifth", rooted in Latin naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Quintin.
Quentin meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Fifth
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Quentin to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Quentin as Q·U·E·N·T·I·N, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Quentin is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Quentin variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Quentina, Quentine, Quentiny, Quenti.
- Nicknames: Quen and Q.
- Middle names: Pair Quentin with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Quentin middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Quintin, Quinton, Quenton, Quinten, Quintina — full picks on the sibling names for Quentin guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Quentin? Browse our names like Quentin guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Quentin
What does the name Quentin mean?
Quentin means "Fifth" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Quentin?
Quentin originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Quentin?
Quentin has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Quentin a boy's or girl's name?
Quentin is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Quentin in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Quentin sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Quentin?
Names that share Quentin's sound and style include Quintin, Quinton, Quenton, Quinten, Quintina.
What middle names pair well with Quentin?
Good middle-name fits for Quentin pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Quentin is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Quentin is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Quentin?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Quentin share its rhythm without rhyming — Quintin, Quinton, Quenton all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.