Quintessa

Quintessa is a female first name that is considered the English diminutive form of the Latin name Quinta. In German, this name can be translated as 'the little Fifth', 'the little fifth-born', or 'the little girl born in the fifth month'.

What does the name Quintessa mean?

The name Quintessa, a girl's name, comes from the English diminutive form of Quinta, a Latin name. Translated, it means 'the little Fifth', 'the little fifth-born', or 'the little one born in the fifth month'. Its roots are found in the Latin language, derived from the Latin term quīntus, which means 'the Fifth', and quīnta, which means 'the Fifth'. Additionally, there may be a reference to the Latin word quintessa, which denotes 'the essence, the being', leading to possible meanings of 'the being' and 'the essence'. Other variants of the name include Quentina, Quintia, Quinty, Quintilia, Quinteetia, Quintina, and Quintissa.

Where does the name Quintessa come from?

The origin of the name Quintessa is Latin and means 'the little Fifth' or 'the little fifth-born'. The Latin component quintus stands for 'the Fifth' and quintessa for 'the essence, the being'. The name is used in English and Latin American contexts.

How do you pronounce Quintessa?

The pronunciation of Quintessa is clear and rhythmically three syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Kwin-tes-sa' [kvɪnˈtɛsa]. It begins with a striking onset that immediately catches the eye. The middle syllable is distinctly emphasized, giving the name structure. The double 's' creates a subtle sonic tension, while the final 'a' gently fades away. Overall, Quintessa conveys a lively and elegant impression – structured, melodic, and with a harmonious flow of sound.

When is the name day of Quintessa?

The name day for Quintessa is celebrated on October 31.

Popularity

In Germany, Quintessa is a rather rare name. So far, it has not gained popularity in the German first name charts. Its best placement was in 1993 at 2,939th place in the Canadian name charts. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times there, placing it at 5,602nd in the ten-year statistics. From 1980 to 2024, it ranks 7,407th in Canada.

Nicknames & pet names

Quin / Quini / Quiqui / Tessa / Tessi

Famous people

• Quintessa Swindell (Actress)