A modern variation of the surname Aniston
Anisten is a contemporary American invention, likely inspired by the surname Aniston. While it does not have a direct ancient etymology, it is often associated with the Greek name Anastasios, meaning resurrection, or the English surname meaning Agnes' town. It has gained some traction as a creative spelling of the name popularized by actress Jennifer Aniston.
Less common today
Anisten isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,067 in 2013.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).