Quintero

“Quintero” is a Spanish surname and can also refer to geographical locations. As a surname, it is derived from the Spanish word “quinto,” meaning “fifth,” indicating that the original bearer may have been the fifth son or owned a fifth share of land. The name is common in Spanish-speaking countries and has variations in spelling and pronunciation.

In geographical context, Quintero can refer to a town and commune in Chile, located in the Valparaíso Region. This area is notable for its coastal landscape and is linked to the shipping and fishing industries. The name may also appear in other places, businesses, or cultural references, but its primary associations are with the surname and the Chilean locale.