Quintina

/kwin-TEE-nah/

LatinGirl

Quintina is a Latin girl's name pronounced /kwin-TEE-nah/. A rhythmic name meaning fifth, historically given to the fifth child or those born in the fifth month.

Meaning of Quintina

A rhythmic name meaning fifth, historically given to the fifth child or those born in the fifth month.

Quintina is the feminine diminutive of the Latin name Quintus, which translates directly to 'fifth'. Historically, the name was utilized in Roman tradition as a praenomen for the fifth child born into a family or to signify a birth occurring in the fifth month of the year.

Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
/kwin-TEE-nah/

Cultural background

While less common than its masculine counterpart Quentin, Quintina maintains a presence in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking cultures as a traditional numeric name. It is often chosen today for its rhythmic, classical sound rather than its literal birth order meaning.

Variations & nicknames

  • Quentina
  • Quintilla
  • Quintine
  • Tina
  • Quinnie
  • Quintessa

Famous people named Quintina

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Quintina Valero

    Award-winning documentary photographer focusing on human rights.

    Photography · 2000s-present

  • Quintina Dunne

    Irish professional association footballer.

    Sport · 2010s-present

  • Quintina

    Character in the 17th-century Spanish play 'La quinta de Florencia' by Lope de Vega.

    Literature · 1600s

Frequently asked about Quintina

What does Quintina mean?
Quintina is a Latin name meaning 'fifth'. It was traditionally given to the fifth-born child or a child born in the fifth month.
How do you pronounce Quintina?
It is typically pronounced kwin-TEE-nah.
Is Quintina a boy or girl name?
Quintina is a feminine given name; the masculine version is Quintin or Quentin.
What are common nicknames for Quintina?
Common nicknames include Quinn, Tina, and Quinnie.

Love Quintina? Get more names like it

We'll email you 5 fresh Latin names each week — free, no spam.

Compare Quintina with…

Side-by-side meaning, sound and popularity.

More Latin names

See all Latin names
Find more names like Quintina