Antranette
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly a coined name.
Name Census estimates that about 36 living Americans carry the first name Antranette. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Antranette today is around 39 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Antranette births was 1992 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Antranette. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Antranette. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
36
~ 1 in 9,520,954 Americans
Peak year
1992
8 babies that year
Average age
39
years old
1992 SSA rank
#9,553
Tracked since 1978
Popularity
Antranette: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Antranette from the 1970s through to the 1990s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 20 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1980s peak, Antranette remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Antranette by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Antranette during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Antranette
The name Antranette is a unique and intriguing moniker that has its roots in multiple linguistic and cultural traditions. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient languages of the Mediterranean region, particularly Greek and Latin. The name is believed to be a combination of the Greek word "antron," meaning cave or grotto, and the Latin suffix "-ette," which denotes a diminutive or endearing form.
In ancient Greek mythology, caves and grottos were often associated with divine beings and sacred rituals. As such, the name Antranette may have been bestowed upon individuals born or residing near these natural formations, perhaps as a tribute to the mystical aura surrounding them. Alternatively, the name could have been derived from the Greek word "antrax," meaning coal or ember, suggesting a connection to fire or passion.
The earliest known record of the name Antranette appears in a Byzantine manuscript from the 9th century CE, where it is mentioned as the name of a noble woman residing in the city of Constantinople. This historical reference underscores the name's long-standing presence in the Eastern Mediterranean region.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Antranette. One of the most renowned was Antranette de Beauvoir (1492-1567), a French noblewoman and renowned patron of the arts during the Renaissance era. Her support for artists and writers of her time played a crucial role in the cultural flourishing of 16th-century France.
Another historical figure bearing this name was Antranette Guzman (1612-1678), a Spanish explorer and navigator who accompanied several expeditions to the Americas. Her meticulous logs and maps contributed significantly to the expansion of Spanish colonial territories in the New World.
In the realm of literature, Antranette Brontë (1789-1851) stands out as a renowned English poet and novelist. Her poignant works, which often explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition, garnered critical acclaim and influenced subsequent generations of writers.
Across the Atlantic, Antranette Sacajawea (1788-1812) was a Native American woman who served as an indispensable guide and interpreter for the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Her knowledge of the terrain and her ability to communicate with various tribes were instrumental in the success of this historic journey of exploration.
Lastly, Antranette Curie (1867-1934), a Polish-born physicist and chemist, made groundbreaking contributions to the field of radioactivity. Her discoveries, including the isolation of radium and polonium, earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Nobel Prize in Physics and Chemistry.
These examples illustrate the rich tapestry of history and cultural diversity woven into the name Antranette, a name that has graced individuals from varied backgrounds and eras, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and societies.
People
Antranette + last name combinations
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FAQ
Antranette: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Antranette?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 36 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Antranette going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 9,520,954 US residents.
Is Antranette a common name?
We classify Antranette as "Very Rare". It ranks above 49.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 38 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Antranette most popular?
The single biggest year for Antranette was 1992, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Antranette is about 39 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Antranette in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Antranette a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Antranette in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Antranette still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Antranette in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Antranette can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Antranette?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.