Antwan
Antwan is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Highly praiseworthy or priceless; derived from the Latin Antonius.
Origin and history
Antwan is an American phonetic variant of the French name Antoine, which ultimately derives from the Latin family name Antonius. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. Today, it remains a recognized alternative spelling, though its usage has moderated in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
12,517 babies in the United States have been named Antwan since 1880. It ranks #1057 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1553.
States where it is most popular
- FL (15.3 %)
- GA (9.4 %)
- IL (9 %)
- NC (7.4 %)
- OH (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 200 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,197 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,704 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,478 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,199 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,358 |
| 2020-2029 | 375 |
Famous people named Antwan
- Antwan Patton: Rapper, Record Producer
- Antwan Randle El: American Football Player, Coach
Nicknames
Twan
Fun facts
- Antwan represents a phonetic English spelling of the classic French name Antoine.
- The name saw its highest levels of usage in the U.S. during the late 1970s and 1980s.