Ashland
Ashland: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ashland
Root meaning: “ash tree”
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Old English æsċ (“ash tree”) + land, equivalent to ash + land. Many places in the United States are named after Ashland, Henry Clay's estate.
How popular is Ashland?
Since 1880, 687 girls and 166 boys in the U.S. have been named Ashland (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3730 in 1996. Its highest rank for boys was #6419 in 1994. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Ashland
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Ashland FAQ
What does the name Ashland mean?
Ashland traces back to a root meaning "ash tree". A male given name. From Old English æsċ (“ash tree”) + land, equivalent to ash + land. Many places in the United States are named after Ashland, Henry Clay's estate.
What is the origin of the name Ashland?
Ashland is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Ashland?
Since 1880, 687 girls and 166 boys in the U.S. have been named Ashland (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3730 in 1996. Its highest rank for boys was #6419 in 1994. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Ashland a boy or girl name?
Ashland is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (687 girls and 166 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.