Antwaun
Antwaun is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Praiseworthy or highly commendable, derived from the Latin root Antonius.
Origin and history
Antwaun is a modern phonetic variation of the French name Antoine, which ultimately derives from the Roman family name Antonius. It emerged in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. The name has seen moderate, steady usage in the U.S. as a creative adaptation of a classic tradition.
Popularity in the United States
1,469 babies in the United States have been named Antwaun since 1880. It ranks #3261 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1889.
States where it is most popular
- FL (25.3 %)
- OH (18.7 %)
- IL (17.2 %)
- AL (11.1 %)
- SC (10.6 %)
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 | 10 |
| 1970-1980 | 202 |
| 1980-1990 | 446 |
| 1990-2000 | 318 |
| 2000-2010 | 284 |
| 2010-2019 | 171 |
| 2020-2029 | 38 |
Famous people named Antwaun
- Antwaun Woods: Athlete, Football Player
- Antwaun Stanley: Singer, Musician
- Antwaun Molden: Athlete, Football Player
Fun facts
- Antwaun is an phonetic adaptation of the French Antoine, reflecting a trend toward unique American name spellings.
- Over 1,400 boys in the United States have been given the name Antwaun since tracking began in 1880.