At a glance
- In short
- A unique and distinctive American English name for boys, Quantay has a melodic and rhythmic quality. It offers a touch of versatility with variations like Quante.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2009 (#9,864)
- Babies in 2009
- 7 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #7,136 in 1996
- First recorded
- 1995
Meaning of Quantay
Quantay is a unique and distinctive name for boys, with its origins rooted in American English. Pronounced as kwahn-TAY (/kwɑntˈe/), it has a melodic and rhythmic quality to it. The name Quantay has variations such as Quante, which adds a touch of versatility. While not among the most popular names, Quantay has been consistently used over the years in the United States, particularly in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It carries an air of individuality and modernity, making it a great choice for parents seeking a name that stands out from the crowd.
How to pronounce Quantay
English
- Pronounced kwahn-TAY /kwɑntˈe/
Popularity of Quantay in the U.S.
Quantay was last recorded in the U.S. in 2009, ranked #9,864 with 7 babies. It peaked at #7,136 in 1996. It first appears in the records in 1995.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1995–2009 12 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 7 | 9,864 | back (not recorded in 2008) |
| 2007 | 5 | 12,369 | back (not recorded in 2006) |
| 2005 | 7 | 9,115 | back (not recorded in 2004) |
| 2003 | 5 | 10,894 | ▼ 227 |
| 2002 | 5 | 10,667 | ▼ 1,424 |
| 2001 | 6 | 9,243 | ▲ 1,106 |
| 2000 | 5 | 10,349 | ▼ 3,210 |
| 1999 | 8 | 7,139 | ▲ 2,492 |
| 1998 | 5 | 9,631 | ▼ 366 |
| 1997 | 5 | 9,265 | ▼ 2,129 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7,136 | ▲ 656 |
| 1995 | 6 | 7,792 | new |