TheNameDBAshton
UnisexMeaning
Settlement where ash trees grow.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'æsc' (ash tree) and 'tun' (settlement, enclosure, or town). The name originally functioned as a place name in England before becoming a given name.
About the Name Ashton
Ashton is a modern given name derived from English place names, particularly common in the United States and United Kingdom. It has gained significant popularity since the late 20th century, particularly as a masculine name.