The given name Anniston is a relatively modern name that emerged in the late 19th century. It is thought to be derived from the name of the city of Anniston, Alabama, which was founded in 1872. The city itself was named after Annie Scott, the daughter of one of the town's founders, Samuel Noble.

The name Anniston does not have any direct linguistic roots or origins from ancient languages or cultures. It is an invented name that combines the name Annie with the suffix "-ston," which is a common English suffix for place names, particularly towns and cities.

There are no known historical references or appearances of the name Anniston in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records before the late 19th century, as it is a relatively modern name.

One of the earliest known individuals with the first name Anniston was Anniston McCaskill, who was born in Alabama in the late 19th century. Beyond this, records of individuals with the name Anniston from that time period are scarce.

Notable individuals with the first name Anniston throughout history include:

1. Anniston Jones (1902-1978), an American writer and journalist from Alabama.
2. Anniston Browning (1915-2003), an American artist and sculptor from Georgia.
3. Anniston Caldwell (1927-2015), an American actress and singer from Texas.
4. Anniston Wilkins (1935-2019), an American civil rights activist and community organizer from Mississippi.
5. Anniston Reynolds (1941-2022), an American businesswoman and philanthropist from California.

While the name Anniston is not a common or widely used name, it has been present in various parts of the United States, particularly in the South, since its emergence in the late 19th century.