Ashpole

Ashpole is a surname of English origin, believed to have originated from the Old English words "æsc" meaning ash tree, and "pol" meaning pool or marsh. The name likely referred to someone living near a pool or marsh surrounded by ash trees.

The Ashpole surname is found predominantly in the eastern region of England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. The earliest recorded instances of the name date back to the 16th century in parish records and manorial rolls in these counties.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Ashpole are scarce, but various branches of the family have been documented in local histories and genealogies. Over the centuries, the name has likely spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as members of the Ashpole family migrated.

Variants of the surname Ashpole include Ashpool and Ashpull. Like many English surnames, Ashpole has undergone spelling variations over time due to dialectal influences and clerical errors in records.

Today, the Ashpole surname continues to be relatively rare, with individuals bearing the name found across the United Kingdom and occasionally in other English-speaking countries. The history and origins of the Ashpole family name serve as a testament to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their connections to the landscape and regional history of England.

There are approximately 368 people named Ashpole in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Ashpole.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • David
  • Gary
  • George
  • Ian
  • Julian
  • Keith
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Ronald
  • Wayne

Female

  • Angela
  • Claire
  • Colleen
  • Elaine
  • Joan
  • Linda
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Marilyn
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Tracey
  • Tracy

Similar and related surnames

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