Aston Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AS-tən //ˈæstən//
Origin: English; Old English
Meaning: English: Ash tree town; Old English: From the ash tree
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aston has its roots in Old English, derived from the elements "aest" meaning "east" and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." This etymological composition suggests a geographical origin, indicating a settlement located to the east. The name was initially used as a surname, with its earliest recorded instances appearing in England during the medieval period.
The transition from surname to given name occurred gradually, particularly from the 19th century onward, as surnames began to be adopted as first names in various cultures, including English-speaking ones. Historically, the name Aston is associated with several notable figures and places.
One significant milestone is the establishment of Aston Hall, a Jacobean mansion in Birmingham, England, built in the early 17th century, which contributed to the name's prominence in the region. Additionally, Aston is linked to the Aston family, who were influential landowners in medieval England.
The name also appears in various historical documents and records, which helped solidify its presence in English history. Culturally, the name Aston carries connotations of strength and stability, reflective of its meaning related to settlement.
It has been embraced in various contexts, including literature and popular culture, where it often symbolizes a connection to heritage and place. The name's association with notable locations and families has contributed to its enduring resonance in English-speaking societies.
While diminutive forms such as Ash may arise in casual use, Aston itself remains a name with a rich historical and cultural background.
Famous people named Aston
In this section, you will find notable people named Aston. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Aston who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Aston Kutcher is an actor and producer best known for That '70s Show, Punk'd, and Two and a Half Men.
Aston Merrygold is a singer and dancer best known for being a member of JLS and for his solo music career.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aston was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Aston has ranked as high as #1216 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Aston has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Aston is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Aston was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Aston (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| TX | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Aston.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 109 |
| 2023 | 141 |
| 2022 | 123 |
| 2021 | 134 |
| 2020 | 121 |
| 2019 | 133 |
| 2018 | 128 |
| 2017 | 142 |
| 2016 | 160 |
| 2015 | 178 |
| 2014 | 161 |
| 2013 | 147 |
| 2012 | 156 |
| 2011 | 139 |
| 2010 | 82 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2006 | 59 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1989 | 26 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1915 | 9 |