Declining since 1985, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Antron since 1962
Babies named Antron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 35 |
| 1970s | 272 |
| 1980s | 471 |
| 1990s | 192 |
| 2000s | 161 |
| 2010s | 112 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Antron is a modern American name that first emerged in the 1960s and saw its peak in 1980 (rank 12008, 1 in 341615 births). Since 1985, its usage has steadily declined, making it a rare choice today. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a creative respelling or variation of Anton, combined with the trendy suffix -tron. Antron has no documented top states or famous bearers, and its brief period of use suggests a fleeting fashion rather than a lasting tradition. For parents seeking a unique, short, and unconventional name, Antron offers a distinct sound, but it carries little historical or etymological depth.
Antron first appeared in the United States in the 1960s and is most likely a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the name Anton or the suffix -tron (common in brand names and science fiction). The name saw a brief peak of popularity in the early 1980s, especially in 1980 (rank 12008, 1 in 341615 births). Since then, its usage has declined rapidly, and it has become very rare. No clear traditional etymology or cultural root has been documented.
Sibling names for Antron
Names that share Antron's style, for a brother or sister.
