Quintessa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkwin-TESS-uh / kwɪnˈtɛsəLatin; invented name
Meaning
Fifth; a variation of Quintus
Historical & Cultural Background
Quintessa is a modern name that draws from the Latin word 'quintus', meaning 'fifth'. It is often associated with the concept of quintessence, which refers to the fifth element in ancient philosophy. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its unique sound and structure make it appealing to parents looking for distinctive names for their daughters.
Trend Summary
Quintessa has seen a gradual increase in usage in the United States over the past decade.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Quintessa was first seen in the United States in 1970. Quintessa has ranked as high as #1124 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Quintessa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Quintessa (1987)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 10 |