ASCOUGH
Ascough
Ascough is an English surname with ancient origins, believed to be of pre-7th century Old Norse-Viking and Anglo-Saxon origins. The name is locational and recorded in several spellings including Askew, Ascough, Ashkewe, and Ashkew. The name derives from the Nordic personal name "Aski", meaning ash tree, and the Anglo-Saxon word "oc", meaning oak. This suggests that the name refers to someone who lived at a certain geographical location with ash or oak trees.
Historical records show that the Ascough family played a significant role in English history. The name is prominently found in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and across the north of England. Variants of the surname have been recorded over the centuries, reflecting the evolution of language and pronunciation.
Today, the surname Ascough is relatively rare but holds a deep historical significance. It continues to be passed down through generations, connecting modern-day individuals to their medieval ancestors and the landscapes they once inhabited.
There are approximately 308 people named Ascough in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Ascough.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Keith
- Liam
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Steven
- Tony
Female
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Janet
- Kate
- Kathleen
- Lucy
- Michelle
- Philippa
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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