Antwane
Antwane is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Priceless one or highly praiseworthy.
Origin and history
Antwane is a modern American phonetic spelling variant of the French name Antoine, which ultimately derives from the Latin family name Antonius. It has been used sporadically in the United States since the mid-20th century. The name offers a distinct, phonetic spin on a classic name.
Popularity in the United States
887 babies in the United States have been named Antwane since 1880. It ranks #3791 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- FL (33.3 %)
- IL (27.2 %)
- OH (25.9 %)
- SC (13.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 222 |
| 1980-1990 | 281 |
| 1990-2000 | 175 |
| 2000-2010 | 122 |
| 2010-2019 | 56 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Famous people named Antwane
- Antwane Owens: American football player
Fun facts
- Antwane represents an English phonetic spelling designed to capture the exact pronunciation of the French name Antoine.
- The name traces back through French to the Roman clan name Antonius, famous in ancient history.