Quintus
/KWIN-tus/
Quintus is a Latin boy's name pronounced /KWIN-tus/. A traditional praenomen meaning the fifth, often given to a fifth child or one born in the fifth month.
Meaning of Quintus
A traditional praenomen meaning the fifth, often given to a fifth child or one born in the fifth month.
Quintus is a Latin praenomen derived from the word 'quintus', meaning 'the fifth'. Historically, it was bestowed upon the fifth-born son or children born during the fifth month of the Roman calendar, which was May.
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- /KWIN-tus/
Cultural background
While primarily recognized as an ancient Roman name, Quintus survives today as a sophisticated, rare choice in English-speaking countries and among scholars of classical history.
Variations & nicknames
- Quinto
- Quint
- Quinten
- Quintin
- Quinctus
Famous people named Quintus
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Quintus Horatius Flaccus
The leading Roman lyric poet during the time of Augustus, commonly known as Horace.
Literature · 65 BC – 8 BC
Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus
Roman politician and general famed for his 'Fabian' delaying tactics against Hannibal.
Politics · c. 280 BC – 203 BC
Quintus Septimius Florens Tertullianus
A prolific early Christian author from Carthage, known as the 'father of Latin Christianity'.
Religion · c. 155 AD – c. 220 AD
Quintus Ennius
A writer and dramatist often considered the father of Roman poetry.
Literature · c. 239 BC – c. 169 BC
Quintus Lutatius Catulus
A Roman consul and commander who fought alongside Marius in the Cimbrian War.
Politics · c. 149 BC – 87 BC
Frequently asked about Quintus
- What does Quintus mean?
- Quintus is a Latin name meaning 'the fifth'.
- How do you pronounce Quintus?
- It is pronounced KWIN-tus.
- Is Quintus a boy or girl name?
- Quintus is traditionally a masculine name; the feminine equivalent is Quinta.
- Is Quintus still used today?
- Yes, though it is rare, it is used as a classical given name or middle name in Western cultures.
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