Antwain Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Antwain is derived from the Latin 'Antonius,' meaning priceless. It evolved through various linguistic forms, reflecting a rich history. The name conveys positive traits associated with value and uniqueness. It has no biblical relevance but gained popularity in contemporary culture, with notable figures contributing to its image.
The name Antwain is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Antwain has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Antwain' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1386th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1325th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3131st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6045th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Antwain' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Antwain"
Pronunciation
/ænˈtweɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Antwain is derived from the Latin name 'Antonius,' which means 'priceless' or 'invaluable.' Over time, it evolved into various forms before reaching its current iteration.
Meaning
priceless, invaluable
Language Evolution
Antonius (Latin), Antoni (Old French), Antoine (French), Antwain (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by cultural trends in naming.
Variants & Derivatives
Antoine, Tony, Anton, Antonia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Antwain is perceived as a unique and modern name, appreciated for its distinctiveness.
Famous People
Antwain Fowler (internet personality), Antwain Smith (football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Antwain"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Antwain"
"Antwain" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1386th of 10718 | 615 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1325th of 16616 | 1,054 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3131st of 24088 | 517 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6045th of 23106 | 172 |
Regional Popularity of "Antwain" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
29.83% 876th/2937 |
- |
29.31% 1031st/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.79% 1245th/3685 |
52.36% 2343rd/4475 |
19.52% 1014th/5194 |
44.15% 2789th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.30% 2442nd/4582 |
- |
46.78% 3421st/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
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62.77% 4282nd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Antwain" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Antwain"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Antwain" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.