Aston

Pronunciation: [ AST-uhn ]

Boy Name #1,588 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

An English place name with effortless cool

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Meaning & Origin

"east settlement, eastern village"

Origin: Old English

Language: English

Things to Know About This Name

Strongly associated with the Aston Martin luxury car brand, which some may find materialistic

The Story of Aston

Aston derives from the Old English words east and tun (settlement or village), meaning east settlement or eastern town. It began as a place name across England, most notably in Birmingham's Aston district. Like Ashton, Preston, and Weston, it followed the trend of English place names crossing into given names.

Aston gained momentum as a given name in the 2010s, riding the wave of surname-style names and place names becoming first names. Its connection to Aston Martin, one of the world's most prestigious car brands, gives it an aspirational quality that appeals to modern parents.

Aston Villa Football Club, one of England's oldest and most storied football clubs, has made the Aston name synonymous with English sporting heritage. The name feels simultaneously rooted and contemporary.

Fun Facts

Aston Martin was founded in 1913 and named after the Aston Clinton hillclimb in Buckinghamshire
Aston Villa FC was founded in 1874 and is one of the founding clubs of the Football League

Aston in Other Languages

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Italian Aston

Spanish Aston

Famous People Named Aston

Aston Merrygold

Musician

1988

British singer and dancer, member of the boy band JLS which rose to fame on X Factor UK

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,588
Total SSA Count: 109
Cultural Origins: English American Australian
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Astor #4077

Common Nicknames

Ace

Pairs Well With

Aston James Aston Cole Aston Reed Aston Blake Aston Grant Aston Lee

Sibling Names

Isla Brody Piper Camden Sadie Maddox

Also a Girl Name

Aston is also used as a girl name, ranked #21821.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aston

What does the name Aston mean?

"east settlement, eastern village" (from Old English). Aston derives from the Old English words east and tun (settlement or village), meaning east settlement or eastern town. It began as a place name across England, most notably in Birmingham's Aston district. Like Ashton, Preston, and Weston, it followed the trend of English place names crossing into given names.

What is the origin of the name Aston?

Aston has Old English, English, American, and Australian origins. In Old English, it means "east settlement, eastern village".

Is Aston a boy or girl name?

Aston is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1588. As a girl name, it is ranked #21821. Aston is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Aston?

Aston is pronounced AST-uhn.

How popular is the name Aston?

Aston is currently ranked #1588 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Aston?

Common nicknames for Aston include Ace.

What are good middle names for Aston?

Popular middle name pairings include Aston James, Aston Cole, Aston Reed, Aston Blake, Aston Grant, and Aston Lee.

What are good sibling names for Aston?

Names that pair well with Aston as siblings include Isla, Brody, Piper, Camden, Sadie, and Maddox.

How many syllables does Aston have?

Aston has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Aston a common or rare name?

Aston is an uncommon name, ranked #1588 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Aston

Aston is a boy name with English, American, and Australian origins . The name means "east settlement, eastern village" in Old English .

Is Aston a boy or girl name? Aston is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,588 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #21,821. Aston is more commonly used as a boy name.

Aston is currently ranked #1,588 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Aston has 2 syllables and is pronounced AST-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Aston include Ace. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Aston include Astor . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.