Anniston
girl name#1525 in 2025Anniston entered the US charts in 1996, peaked at #898 in 2014, ranks #1525 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1996–2025
#1525
rank today
#898
peak (2014)
139
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8039 |
| 2000s | #4049 |
| 2010s | #1155 |
| 2020s | #1397 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Anniston has been most popular in GA, TN, TX.
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Anniston are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anniston is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Anniston in 2025?
- Anniston ranks #1525 among US girl names in 2025, with 139 babies given the name.
- When was the name Anniston most popular?
- Anniston peaked in 2014, reaching #898 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Anniston with classmates?
- Anniston will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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