Quinton

Quinton is a name used as both a given name and a surname, and it also appears as a place name in various regions. The form Quinton is a variant spelling of Quentin or Quintin, which originate from the Latin Quintinus, meaning “fifth.” Historically, the name may have indicated the fifth child or occupant of a position in a family or community, and it later became established as a personal name in England and other English-speaking areas. As a surname, Quinton often derives from a place name or from an ancestor bearing the given name.

In modern usage, Quinton is primarily a masculine given name in English-speaking countries, though naming practices vary by region and era. It is also used as a surname, separate from its toponymic connections. The name has appeared in literature and media as well as in everyday naming, reflecting broader English naming patterns.

Geographically, there are places named Quinton in the United Kingdom and in North America, including villages, towns, or townships. These toponymic uses are distinct from the personal name and frequently predate its contemporary use as a first name.

Notable people who bear the name Quinton come from a range of fields, including sports, arts, and science, reflecting the name’s long-standing presence in English-speaking cultures. The related given name Quentin (and Quintin) remains more common in some regions, providing a broader family of names with the same linguistic roots.