Quintavious Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kwin-TAY-vee-us /kwɪnˈteɪviəs/
Origin: American; African American
Meaning: Fifth; fifth-born child
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Quintavious is believed to be a modern invention, likely derived from the Latin name Quintus, which means "fifth." Quintus has its roots in ancient Roman naming conventions, where it was traditionally given to the fifth-born child or to signify the fifth in a sequence. The Latin term evolved through various forms as it was adopted into different languages, eventually influencing names in English-speaking cultures.
The suffix "-avious" appears to be a contemporary addition, possibly inspired by similar-sounding names or a desire to create a unique variation of traditional names. Historically, the name Quintus has notable associations, particularly in ancient Rome.
Quintus Tullius Cicero, a prominent Roman statesman and orator from the 1st century BCE, is one of the most famous bearers of the name. His writings and influence contributed to the prominence of the name in Roman culture.
Additionally, Quintus is mentioned in various historical texts and has been borne by several saints, further solidifying its significance in Christian contexts. The name's presence in the Latin Vulgate Bible, translated in the late 4th century, also contributed to its historical resonance.
Culturally, names derived from Quintus have been associated with qualities such as strength and resilience, reflecting the virtues of the Roman Republic. The name Quintavious, while modern, may carry echoes of these historical associations, suggesting a connection to heritage and tradition.
The use of the suffix "-avious" may also evoke a sense of grandeur or uniqueness, aligning with contemporary naming trends that favor distinctive and elaborate forms. Overall, Quintavious represents a blend of historical roots and modern creativity, embodying the enduring nature of names as they evolve through time.
Famous people named Quintavious
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Quintavious Johnson is a singer best known for being a finalist on The Voice and for his performances in various music competitions.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Quintavious was first seen in the United States in 1984.
Quintavious has ranked as high as #4857 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.
In the past 5 years the name Quintavious has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Quintavious is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Quintavious was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Quintavious.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 | 9 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 12 | 12 |
| 2020 | 10 | 10 |
| 2019 | 11 | 11 |
| 2018 | 10 | 10 |
| 2017 | 15 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 | 13 |
| 2014 | 11 | 11 |
| 2013 | 7 | 7 |
| 2012 | 12 | 12 |
| 2011 | 13 | 13 |
| 2010 | 19 | 19 |
| 2009 | 30 | 30 |
| 2008 | 23 | 23 |
| 2007 | 23 | 23 |
| 2006 | 24 | 24 |
| 2005 | 30 | 30 |
| 2004 | 35 | 35 |
| 2003 | 34 | 34 |
| 2002 | 34 | 34 |
| 2001 | 31 | 31 |
| 2000 | 49 | 49 |
| 1999 | 36 | 36 |
| 1998 | 37 | 37 |
| 1997 | 41 | 41 |
| 1996 | 41 | 41 |
| 1995 | 38 | 38 |
| 1994 | 38 | 38 |
| 1993 | 27 | 27 |
| 1992 | 32 | 32 |
| 1991 | 25 | 25 |
| 1990 | 18 | 18 |
| 1989 | 20 | 20 |
| 1988 | 12 | 12 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Quintavious (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |