Why is Fifth Third bank called Fifth Third?

Answer 1

Fifth Third's unusual name is the result of the June 1, 1908 merger of two banks, The Fifth National Bank and The Third National Bank, to become The Fifth Third National Bank of Cincinnati. Because the merger took place during a period when prohibitionist ideas were gaining popularity, it was believed that "Fifth Third" was better than "Third Fifth," which could be construed as a reference to "three fifths" of alcohol. The name went through several changes over the years, until on March 24, 1969, the name was changed to Fifth Third Bank.

Answer 2

Because it was the fifth bank in town that wanted to be called
"Third Bank" so they called it fifth third bank.

Or, one day the senior executive asked the teller to count out thirds and the teller came up with 5/3.

Answer 3

So they won't be confused with their major competitor, the Third Fifth Bank.

Answer 4

That is the day they became a bank. Go to any branch on May 3 and they always have birthday cake, punch, and cookies all day long. It's true, I bank there and that is also my birthday so I always remember to go inside and not just through he drive thru.

Answer 5

Why do you care why its called that? Here's an idea, go inside one of the banks and ask a teller if they know why its named that. See if they know how much they know about their employment.

Answer 6

I don't know but Im about to move to Reynoldsburg, OH and Im looking forward to opening up several acvcounts with them