Find out how popular the last name Quinter is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Quinter.

Quinter, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Quinter surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quinter in America

Quinter is the 36970th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quinter surname appeared 604 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Quinter.

We can also compare 2010 data for Quinter to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Quinter

The surname Quinter has its origins in the German language and can be traced back to the Middle Ages in central Europe. It is believed to have derived from the German word "kwinten," which means "to sing" or "to chant." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who were singers or musicians, perhaps in religious or ecclesiastical settings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Quinter can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae, a collection of medieval documents from the region of Saxony in Germany, where a certain "Johannes Quinter" is mentioned in a document dated 1362. This indicates that the name was already in use by the 14th century in that area.

In the 15th century, there are records of a notable figure named Hans Quinter (c. 1420-1480), who was a German composer and organist active in the city of Nuremberg. He is known for his contributions to the development of early Renaissance music and is considered an important figure in the history of organ composition.

Another noteworthy individual with the surname Quinter was Johann Quinter (1609-1688), a German theologian and philosopher who served as a professor at the University of Altdorf. He was a prominent figure in the intellectual circles of his time and authored several works on theology and metaphysics.

During the 17th century, the name Quinter also appears in connection with the town of Quintar, located in the region of Saxony-Anhalt in modern-day Germany. It is possible that the surname may have derived from this place name, which itself may have originated from the German word "kwinten," further reinforcing the connection to singing or chanting.

In the 18th century, a certain Johann Jakob Quinter (1738-1810) gained recognition as a German engraver and printmaker. His work contributed to the development of the art form during the Baroque period, and he is particularly known for his intricate architectural engravings.

As the Quinter family spread across Europe and beyond, the name took on various spellings and variations, such as Quintner, Quintner, and Quintner, reflecting the linguistic and cultural influences of different regions.

Throughout its history, the surname Quinter has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from musicians and composers to theologians, philosophers, and artists. While its origins may lie in the realm of music and singing, the name has transcended its initial associations and become a part of the rich tapestry of global surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quinter

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Quinter.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Quinter was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Quinter has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Quinter was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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