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Name Origin

Aston is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the village of Aston in Warwickshire. It means 'eastern town' or 'east settlement,' combining Old English elements 'ēast' (east) and 'tūn' (town, settlement).

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Famous People

Aston Villa (1874-)

Football Club

  • Won the First Division title seven times
  • Won the FA Cup seven times
  • Won the League Cup five times
  • One of the founding members of the Football League

Aston Martin (1913-)

Luxury car manufacturer

  • Produced iconic sports cars like the DB5 and Vantage
  • Featured in James Bond films
  • Won numerous motorsport championships

Aston Barrett (1946-)

Musician

  • Bassist for The Wailers
  • Played on seminal reggae albums like Catch a Fire and Burnin'
  • Influential figure in the development of reggae music

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Blaise

Both Aston and Blaise have a sophisticated, slightly old-fashioned feel with strong French origins.

Arlo

Both names are short, strong, and modern with nature-inspired vibes (Aston from the English place name, Arlo potentially from 'eagle land').

Cassia

A beautiful, flowing feminine name that complements Aston's strength. Both share a slightly vintage charm.