Resurrection or settlement of Anna
Anaston is a modern American invention, likely created as a variant of the Greek name Anastasia or as a surname-style derivative of Anniston. It combines the classic roots of Anna with the trendy '-ton' suffix found in English place names. While its exact etymology is fluid, it carries the sophisticated weight of a surname while remaining distinctly feminine.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Anaston in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).