ASTILL
Astill
Astill is an English surname of medieval origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Æðelwald" meaning "noble ruler". The surname is believed to have originated in the region of East Anglia in England.
The first recorded instance of the surname Astill dates back to the early 13th century in England, with various spellings such as Astell, Astil, Astulle, and Astyll. As with many ancient surnames, the spelling of Astill has evolved over time due to variations in pronunciation and dialect.
The Astill surname has been notably present in various regions of England, with concentrations in counties such as Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Astill have been associated with a variety of professions and vocations, contributing to the diverse fabric of British society.
Today, the surname Astill continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and beyond, reflecting a rich heritage of English ancestry. Whether as a link to the past or as a unique identifier in the present, the surname Astill represents a longstanding tradition within British culture and genealogy.
There are approximately 1,228 people named Astill in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,310th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Astill.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alf
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Gavin
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- William
Female
- Diane
- Doreen
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joan
- Julie
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan