Antwun
A variant spelling of the masculine name Antoine of Greek origin meaning "priceless one".
Name Census estimates that about 38 living Americans carry the first name Antwun. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Antwun today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Antwun births was 1979 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Antwun. 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 Antwun. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
38
~ 1 in 9,019,851 Americans
Peak year
1979
9 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
2011 SSA rank
#12,412
Tracked since 1973
Popularity
Antwun: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Antwun from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 16 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Antwun remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Antwun 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 Antwun 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 Antwun
The name Antwun has its origins in the Arabic language, deriving from the root word "Antwan" or "Antun," which itself can be traced back to the Latin name "Antonius." This name held significance in ancient Roman history, being associated with the prominent Antonian gens (clan) and several notable figures, including the famous Roman general and politician Mark Antony.
During the early days of Christianity, the name Antun gained popularity as it was borne by several saints and martyrs, such as Saint Antun of Qurinus and Saint Antun of Padua. As Islam spread across the Middle East and North Africa, the name underwent slight modifications, eventually taking on the form "Antwun" in certain regions.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Antwun can be found in the historical chronicles of medieval Islamic scholars, where it was mentioned as the name of a renowned scholar and philosopher from the 9th century CE. This scholar, Antwun bin Ibrahim al-Naysaburi, was widely respected for his contributions to the fields of theology, logic, and ethics.
Throughout history, the name Antwun has been carried by several notable figures. In the 12th century, Antwun al-Razi was a celebrated physician and alchemist who made significant contributions to the field of medicine. His works were widely studied and translated into numerous languages, influencing the development of medical knowledge across Europe and the Middle East.
During the Renaissance period, Antwun Gaudenzio Ferrari (1480-1546) was an Italian painter and architect known for his frescoes and altarpieces, which adorned numerous churches and cathedrals throughout northern Italy. His works were highly regarded for their technical mastery and artistic expression.
In more recent times, Antwun Echols (born 1987) is an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues, including the NBA G League and overseas. He is known for his impressive scoring abilities and has represented his country in international competitions.
Another notable figure bearing the name Antwun is Antwun Shumpert (born 1990), an American professional basketball player who has played in the NBA for several teams, including the New York Knicks and the Houston Rockets. He is known for his versatility on the court and his defensive prowess.
While the name Antwun may have undergone slight variations in spelling and pronunciation across different regions and cultures, its origins can be traced back to the ancient Roman name Antonius, reflecting a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural influences that have shaped its evolution over centuries.
People
Antwun + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Antwun as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Antwun: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Antwun?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 38 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Antwun 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 9,019,851 US residents.
Is Antwun a common name?
We classify Antwun as "Very Rare". It ranks above 50.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 40 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Antwun most popular?
The single biggest year for Antwun was 1979, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Antwun is about 37 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 Antwun in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Antwun a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Antwun in the SSA data are male. 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 Antwun still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Antwun 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 Antwun 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 are named Antwun?
Want to know how many Americans are named Antwun? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.