What does Antjuan mean and where does it come from?
Antjuan is a modern name that emerged in the United States. It can be considered a blend of Antoine and the more common name Juan. The name Antoine has French origins dating back to the Latin 'Antonius'. It is utilized predominantly in African American communities and gained popularity in the late 2
Cultural significance
Antjuan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of antoine, meaning 'priceless' or 'invaluable'..
Peak popularity
Reached #1903 in 1978 — currently #9028 in the US.
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Antjuan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Antjuan Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Antjuan Rose
Floral · soft ending
Antjuan Mae
Sweet · timeless
Antjuan Claire
French influence · crisp
Antjuan Jane
Literary · strong
Antjuan Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Antjuan right now?
Falling — down 818 spots — currently #9028 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2022 | #9028 | 8 | ▼ down 818 · -11% births |
| 2021 | #8210 | 9 | ▲ up 4051 · +80% births |
| 2020 | #12261 | 5 | ▼ down 1357 · -17% births |
| 2015 | #10904 | 6 | ▼ down 5579 · -65% births |
| 2010 | #5325 | 17 | ▲ up 674 · +31% births |
| 2005 | #5999 | 13 | ▲ up 56 · +18% births |
| 2000 | #6055 | 11 | ▼ down 2112 · -31% births |
| 1995 | #3943 | 16 | ▼ down 1829 · -54% births |
| 1990 | #2114 | 35 | ▼ down 53 · +25% births |
| 1985 | #2061 | 28 | ▲ up 145 · +17% births |
| 1980 | #2206 | 24 | ▼ down 79 · +9% births |
| 1975 | #2127 | 22 | ▲ up 2057 · +214% births |
| 1970 | #4184 | 7 | — |
The story of Antjuan
Antjuan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 835 total births recorded, Antjuan remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4184 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9028 in 2022.
Names that peaked alongside Antjuan in 1978:
Antjuan by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1960s | 7 | |
| 1970s | 174 | |
| 1980s ★ | 247 | |
| 1990s | 182 | |
| 2000s | 152 | |
| 2010s | 68 | |
| 2020s | 5 | |
💎Antjuan has only 835 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Antjuan?
What names sound and feel like Antjuan?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Antjuan also consider these
Common questions about the name Antjuan
What does the name Antjuan mean?
Antjuan means "A variant of Antoine, meaning 'priceless' or 'invaluable'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Antjuan?
Antjuan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Antjuan have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Antjuan?
Antjuan originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Antjuan trending right now?
Antjuan is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Antjuan a common or rare name?
Antjuan is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.