Anniston Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Anniston is an English name derived from 'Anna', meaning grace, and the suffix '-ston', indicating a town. The name has evolved from its Hebrew roots through Old English. It represents grace and is linked to notable figures, especially in entertainment. Anniston's biblical relevance is not established, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century, becoming associated with a modern, sophisticated image.
The name Anniston 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anniston has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Anniston' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24966th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2634th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1176th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anniston' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anniston"
Pronunciation
/ˈænɪstən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Anniston is derived from the combination of 'Anna', a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'grace', and the suffix '-ston', which denotes a town or settlement.
Meaning
grace town
Language Evolution
Anna (Hebrew), Annis (Old English), Anniston (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Anniston gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly as a surname that transitioned into a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Annie, Anna, Anastasia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Anniston is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with sophistication and grace.
Famous People
Jennifer Aniston, John Aniston
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anniston"
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 "Anniston"
"Anniston" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24966th of 27321 | 7 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2634th of 35406 | 1,003 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1176th of 30306 | 2,510 |
Regional Popularity of "Anniston" 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 "Anniston" 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) |
56.00% 2566th/4582 |
- |
22.12% 1618th/7313 |
69.90% 5217th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.82% 1148th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
11.16% 761st/6822 |
49.04% 3078th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anniston"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anniston" 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.