Antawn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahnt-ahwn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Jul 04, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A modern spelling of Antoine, meaning "priceless one."

The name Antawn is of African American origin and means "one who is born during the season of the ant." It gained significant popularity in the 1990s, particularly after the rise of NBA player Antawn Jamison. The name symbolizes strength and resilience, reflecting the qualities of its most famous bearer. Antawn has seen a decline in usage since its peak but remains a meaningful name with a strong cultural connection.

Antawn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Antawn is currently #31048 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Antawn is currently #13313 on Kiindred Boy Names
chat-overall Australian: Antawn is currently #13172 on Kiindred Australian Names

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