Declining since 2012, #2,998 for girls today.
Popularity of Aniston since 1998
Babies named Aniston per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 665 |
| 2010s | 1,434 |
| 2020s | 449 |
Meaning & origin
Aniston first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998, probably following the rise of actress Jennifer Aniston in the 1990s. It peaked at rank 847 in 2011, when about 1 in 22,000 girls received the name. Since 2012 its use has fallen; by 2025 the rank had dropped to 2,998th, with only 1 in 29,223 newborns. The name is most popular in Missouri, Georgia, and Texas. Aniston fits a pattern of surnames adopted as first names for girls.
Aniston is a modern given name that originated from the surname Aniston, which is of English origin. The name gained popularity as a first name in the late 20th century, primarily influenced by the fame of actress Jennifer Aniston (born 1969). It is a relatively recent coinage and does not have ancient roots.
Where Aniston is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ani, Annie, Ston
Variants: Anniston
Sibling names for Aniston
Names that share Aniston's style, for a brother or sister.
