Quent

Quent is a proper noun used as both a given name and a surname. In onomastic contexts, Quent is most commonly encountered as a shortened form of Quentin and, less often, as an independent name. It fits with similar truncations of longer names in English, such as Quint and Quin.

Etymology and origins: Quent shares its origin with Quentin, which derives from Latin Quintinus, a diminutive form of Quintus meaning “the fifth.” The standalone use of Quent is a relatively recent development in some Anglophone communities and often functions as a nickname or informal form.

Usage and distribution: As a given name, Quent remains uncommon in modern records, typically arising from personal preference or family naming practices. As a surname, Quent appears sporadically in genealogical and civil records and is not consistently linked to the given-name lineage.

Pronunciation and form: Quent is typically pronounced like “kwent.” Its spelling reflects a concise, contemporary variant of longer names such as Quentin.

Cultural references and variants: In fiction and popular culture, Quent has occasionally appeared as a character name, but it does not have a single canonical association. Related names include Quentin, Quintin, Quintus, Quin, and Quinton. Quent can function as a nickname or informal form within those naming traditions.

See also: Quentin; Quintin; Quintus; Quinton. Quent itself does not have a widely recognized meaning beyond its use as a name variant.