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Quantis

Of Latin origin, meaning "great or large quantity".

Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Quantis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Quantis today is around 44 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Quantis births was 1979 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Quantis. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Quantis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

5

~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans

Peak year

1979

5 babies that year

Average age

44

years old

1979 SSA rank

#6,803

Tracked since 1979

Popularity

Quantis: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Quantis by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Quantis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1970s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Quantis

The name Quantis has its origins in ancient Greek, tracing back to the Proto-Indo-European root *kwen, which signified the concept of "going" or "moving." This root eventually gave rise to the Greek word "kinētos," meaning "moved" or "set in motion." The name Quantis likely emerged as a derivation or variation of this word, potentially influenced by the fusion of Greek and Latin roots during the period of Greco-Roman cultural exchange.

In its earliest recorded instances, the name Quantis appeared in various inscriptions and writings from the late Classical and early Hellenistic periods, particularly in regions where Greek culture had spread, such as parts of Asia Minor and the Mediterranean basin. While not widely attested in ancient religious texts or significant historical records, the name's linguistic roots suggest a possible association with the notion of movement, change, or progression.

One of the earliest known individuals bearing the name Quantis was a minor Athenian politician and orator who lived in the 4th century BCE. Unfortunately, historical records provide limited details about his life and legacy. Another notable figure was Quantis of Smyrna, a philosopher and mathematician from the 2nd century BCE, who contributed to the development of early geometric principles and theoretical concepts.

During the Roman era, a notable figure named Quantis Aurelius emerged as a military commander and strategist in the 3rd century CE. He played a role in several campaigns against invading Germanic tribes, defending the borders of the Roman Empire. Records indicate that he was celebrated for his tactical acumen and leadership abilities.

In the Byzantine period, a scholar and scribe named Quantis Philaras gained recognition for his work in preserving and transcribing ancient Greek texts, ensuring their survival throughout the turbulent times of the Middle Ages. He lived in the 10th century CE and is credited with contributing to the preservation of classical literature and knowledge.

During the Renaissance era, an Italian artist and architect named Quantis Baldinucci made significant contributions to the artistic and architectural landscape of Florence in the 16th century. He is renowned for his innovative architectural designs and his influential treatise on the theory and practice of art, which served as a guide for aspiring artists of the time.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Quantis throughout history, although it is important to note that the name's prevalence and usage have likely varied across different regions and time periods. The name's origins and linguistic roots, however, provide insights into its potential meanings and associations with concepts related to movement, change, and progression.

People

Quantis + last name combinations

How many people share a full name with Quantis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.

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FAQ

Quantis: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Quantis?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Quantis going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.

Is Quantis a common name?

We classify Quantis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Quantis most popular?

The single biggest year for Quantis was 1979, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Quantis is about 44 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Quantis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Quantis a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Quantis in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Quantis still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Quantis in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Quantis can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many people are called Quantis?

Find out how many people share the name Quantis on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.

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