Quintana
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Quintana
Quintana derives from the Latin "quintus," meaning "fifth," originally used to denote the fifth child in a family or someone associated with a fifth place or division.
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Etymology
Quintana derives from the Latin "quintus," meaning "fifth," originally used to denote the fifth child in a family or someone associated with a fifth place or division. The name has roots in Roman naming conventions and evolved into a surname before becoming a given name in Spanish-speaking regions.
The name is primarily used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking cultures, particularly in Spain and Latin America, with historical usage among both Catholic and secular populations; notable bearers include Spanish and Latin American figures across various fields, though it lacks strong religious or cultural exclusivity.
Quintana currently ranks #19,525 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1982.
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