ASTLEY
Astley
Astley is a traditional English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Æsc" meaning "ash tree" and "lēah" meaning "woodland clearing". The surname Astley is primarily found in the regions of Lancashire and Warwickshire in England.
The Astley family can trace its roots back to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, with members of the family establishing themselves as influential landowners and nobles in both Lancashire and Warwickshire over the centuries. The most notable branch of the family is the Astley baronets of Patshull, who were created baronets in 1660.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Astley include:
- Sir John Astley (1432-1496), a prominent courtier during the reign of King Edward IV.
- Sir Jacob Astley (1579-1652), a Royalist commander during the English Civil War.
- Rick Astley (b. 1966), a British singer and songwriter known for hits such as "Never Gonna Give You Up".
The Astley surname has also been used as a toponymic surname, referring to individuals originating from the villages of Astley in Warwickshire and Greater Manchester. The name Astley continues to be borne by families across England and remains a proud symbol of English heritage.
There are approximately 3,441 people named Astley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,655th most common surname in Britain. Around 53 in a million people in Britain are named Astley.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Christine
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan
- Suzanne
- Victoria