Aniston Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aniston has Greek origins, meaning 'resurrection'. It evolved from historical forms like Anastasius and Anista. The name has become associated with modern celebrity culture, particularly due to Jennifer Aniston's fame. There is no biblical relevance. Aniston is seen as a trendy name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aniston"
Pronunciation
/ˈænɪstən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Aniston is derived from the Greek word 'anastasis', which means 'resurrection'. It has been popularized in modern times due to celebrity associations.
Meaning
resurrection
Language Evolution
Anastasius, Anista, Aniston
Historical Usage
Aniston gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1990s and early 2000s, due to the fame of actress Jennifer Aniston.
Variants & Derivatives
Anista, Anna, Annie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aniston is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and celebrity culture.
Famous People
Jennifer Aniston, John Aniston
📊 Aniston Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Aniston Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 179 peak births in 2011
Geographic Spread
Popular across 23 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aniston"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aniston"
"Aniston" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18598th of 23106 | 13 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2378th of 35406 | 1,182 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1837th of 30306 | 1,343 |
Regional Popularity of "Aniston" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aniston" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.73% 1958th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
23.33% 1706th/7313 |
53.40% 3985th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.79% 1625th/3984 |
- |
20.61% 1406th/6822 |
53.06% 3330th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aniston"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aniston" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Aniston" in the United States
The name Aniston is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aniston has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aniston' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18598th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2378th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1837th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aniston' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.