At a glance
- In short
- Quanta is a unisex Latin name pronounced as KWON-tuh.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2007 (#12,369)
- Babies in 2007
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #3,836 in 1977
- First recorded
- 1977
Meaning of Quanta
Quanta is a unisex name that originates from Latin. The name Quanta is pronounced as KWON-tuh in both American English and British English. It has a unique and modern sound, making it a trendy choice for parents looking for something distinctive. One variation of the name is Quantina. While not extremely common, Quanta has been used as a given name in the United States since at least the 1970s. Its popularity has fluctuated over the years, with peaks in the 1980s. Despite its relatively low frequency, Quanta carries an air of sophistication and uniqueness that sets it apart from more commonly used names.
How to pronounce Quanta
English
- Pronounced KWON-tuh /ˈkwɑntə/
Popularity of Quanta in the U.S.
Quanta was last recorded in the U.S. in 2007, ranked #12,369 with 5 babies. It peaked at #3,836 in 1977. It first appears in the records in 1977.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1977–2007 12 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 | 12,369 | back (not recorded in 2004–2006) |
| 2003 | 5 | 10,894 | back (not recorded in 1999–2002) |
| 1998 | 8 | 6,843 | back (not recorded in 1997) |
| 1996 | 5 | 9,015 | ▼ 147 |
| 1995 | 5 | 8,868 | back (not recorded in 1994) |
| 1993 | 6 | 7,638 | back (not recorded in 1991–1992) |
| 1990 | 6 | 7,178 | back (not recorded in 1988–1989) |
| 1987 | 5 | 6,951 | back (not recorded in 1982–1986) |
| 1981 | 6 | 5,468 | ▲ 782 |
| 1980 | 5 | 6,250 | ▼ 194 |
| 1979 | 5 | 6,056 | back (not recorded in 1978) |
| 1977 | 9 | 3,836 | new |
Notable people named Quanta
- Quanta Crews is an American politician and minister who has served in the Arizona House of Representatives since 2023.