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Antwon

♂ Boy

Pronounced AN-twahn /ˈæn.twɑn/High

Meaning: Phonetic spelling of Antoine/Antwan — French Antoine from Roman Antonius, traditionally 'priceless'Medium

In 30 seconds: Antoine, spelled like it sounds: Antwon renders the French Anthony — 'priceless, praiseworthy' — phonetically. Smooth, classic, and warm.
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Origin MediumLatin, American
MeaningPhonetic spelling of Antoine/Antwan — French Antoine from Roman Antonius, traditionally 'priceless'
U.S. rank (2025)#5222 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births18 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1990
Total births (all-time)≈ 6,389

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199019582025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Antwon is a phonetic spelling of Antoine/Antwan — the French form of Anthony, from the Roman family name Antonius, traditionally read 'priceless, praiseworthy' (the ancient meaning is uncertain, which we note). The Antwon spelling is a popular American styling.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, priceless at the (traditional) root, and warm.

Did you know? Antoine is the French Anthony, from the Roman Antonius clan, traditionally glossed 'priceless' — Antwon spells it as it sounds, 'AN-twahn'.
Overall data confidence 75%
Behind the Name — Anthony — meaning traditional

Variations

AntoineAntwanAntwone

Nicknames

TwonAnt

Famous Bearers

  • ★Antwon Rose Jr. (2000-2018)
    Pittsburgh teenager whose death sparked national civil rights discussions
  • ★Antwon Tanner (1975-)
    American actor known for his role as Skills Taylor on the TV series One Tree Hill

If you like Antwon…

Antoine— the French form
Antwan— a fellow phonetic spelling
Anthony— the English classic
Deon— a companion modern name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Antwon mean?

Antwon spells Antoine/Anthony, from Antonius, traditionally 'priceless'; the ancient meaning is uncertain.

How do you pronounce Antwon?

It's said AN-twahn /ˈæn.twɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Antwon a boy or girl name?

Antwon is a boy's name.

How popular is Antwon?

Antwon is a rare name in the U.S.

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