Antwone

Antwone is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Antoine, which derives from the Roman family name Antonius (of uncertain Etruscan origins). This particular spelling variation emerged primarily in the United States in the latter half of the 20th century. The name gained notable recognition following the 2002 film 'Antwone Fisher,' based on the true story of a man with this name. Prior to the film, the name had limited but documented usage beginning in the 1970s and 1980s. The spelling with the 'w' and final 'e' gives the name a distinctive appearance while maintaining the familiar sound of Antoine. While never among the most common names, Antwone represents the trend of adapting traditional names with alternative spellings to create something familiar yet unique.

Pronounced an-TWOHN.

As of October 2026, Antwone ranked #5878 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1251 in 2004.