Antwaun Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Antwaun is a modern name derived from the Latin Antonius, meaning priceless or of inestimable worth. It evolved through French as Antoine before taking on its contemporary form in African American English. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is associated with individuality and cultural significance, with no biblical background.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Antwaun"
Pronunciation
/ænˈtwaʊn/
Origin
African American English
Etymology
Antwaun is a modern variation of the name Antoine, which is derived from the Latin name Antonius. The name is often associated with the meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth'.
Meaning
priceless, of inestimable worth
Language Evolution
Antonius (Latin), Antoine (French), Antwaun (Modern variation)
Historical Usage
Antwaun gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Antoine, Antwan, Antwanne
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Antwaun is perceived as a contemporary and distinctive name, often associated with individuality and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Antwaun Sargent (writer and curator), Antwaun Jones (basketball player)
📊 Antwaun Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Antwaun Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 63 peak births in 1986
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Antwaun"
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 "Antwaun"
"Antwaun" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2494th of 10718 | 244 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1788th of 16616 | 658 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3539th of 24088 | 431 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7344th of 23106 | 128 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Antwaun" 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) |
43.31% 1272nd/2937 |
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55.91% 1967th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.18% 1370th/3685 |
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32.56% 1691st/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Antwaun" 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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Antwaun"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Antwaun" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Antwaun" in the United States
The name Antwaun is most popular in Florida, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Antwaun has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Antwaun' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2494th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1788th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3539th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7344th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Antwaun' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.