Origin and Meaning of Qwentin
Meaning & Origin
Fifth
Origin: Latin - Derived from the Latin name 'Quintinus', which is a diminutive form of 'Quintus', meaning 'fifth'.
Interesting Facts
- Qwentin is a variant of the more common name 'Quentin', which has historical roots in ancient Rome.
- The name is used in various cultures, particularly in Western countries, and is often associated with those born as the fifth child in a family.
- Notable figures with the name Quentin include Quentin Tarantino, a famous American filmmaker, and Quentin Blake, a renowned British illustrator and author.
- Popularity of the name Quentin has varied over the decades, with spikes in the 1980s and 1990s, while Qwentin remains less common.
- Related names include Quintus (Latin), Quentin (French), and Kventin (an alternative spelling).