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The meaning and history of the name Quintus.


QUINTUS

Roman praenomen, or given name, meaning "fifth" in Latin. It was traditionally given to the fifth child, or possibly a child born in the fifth month. This was a common praenomen, being more popular than the other numeric Roman names. A notable bearer was the poet Horace (Quintus Horatius Flaccus).


Usage: Ancient Roman
Famous People: Quintus Curtius Rufuswiki (Historian, 41, Unknown), Quintus Sertoriuswiki (Politician, -123, Italy)