Arts & LiteratureRoman-65 – -8
Quintus Horatius Flaccus
Roman poet, author of Odes and Satires, major influence on Western literature
Biography
Known as Horace, he was a major Roman poet and literary critic during the Augustan age. His works, including the Odes and Satires, profoundly influenced Western literature.
Quick Facts
Category
Arts & Literature
Nationality
Roman
Born
-65
Died
-8
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Quintus
Latin origin
“The original Latin masculine name meaning 'fifth,' Quintus was commonly given to the fifth-born son in ancient Rome and used by notable historical figures including the Roman general Fabius Maximus. This name carries authentic classical weight and scholarly appeal, perfect for parents seeking a name rooted in genuine historical tradition.”