ASHELFORD
Ashelford
The Ashelford surname has its roots in England, specifically in the county of Devon. It is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English words "aesc" meaning "ash tree" and "ford" meaning "ford," indicating a location near an ash tree by a ford.
The surname Ashelford is considered to be of habitational origin, suggesting that the original bearers of the name likely lived in or near a place named Ashelford. Over time, individuals bearing this surname spread to various parts of England and beyond, leading to Ashelfords residing in different regions.
Families bearing the surname Ashelford have a rich history, with some individuals holding significant positions in society or excelling in various fields. The Ashelford name has become a distinctive part of British genealogy, reflecting the historical migration patterns and settlement of the English people.
Today, individuals with the surname Ashelford can be found across the United Kingdom and even in other parts of the world, continuing the legacy of this ancient and noble English surname.
There are approximately 151 people named Ashelford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Ashelford.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Ben
- Brian
- David
- Frederick
- Ian
- John
- Paul
- Peter
- Raymond
- Rob
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alexandra
- Alison
- Anna
- Joan
- Margaret
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Sheree
- Shirley