Aston

Aston is a toponym used in several places in the English-speaking world and, less commonly, as a surname. The name derives from Old English tun, meaning a farm or settlement, with the initial element sometimes interpreted as “east,” though origins can vary by locality. The form has produced numerous villages and districts over the centuries.

In England, Aston appears in multiple counties. A prominent example is Aston, Birmingham, a historic district that is now part of the city. Another is Aston Clinton in Buckinghamshire. The name is also found in other parishes and hamlets across the Midlands and South East.

In North America, the name is preserved in several small communities, most notably Aston Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.

Aston is used in institutional names as well, such as Aston University in Birmingham, a public research university established in the 20th century.

As a surname, Aston has been borne by various individuals in English-speaking countries and may also be used as a given name in some cases.