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From an English surname that was originally derived from place names meaning "ash tree clearing", from a combination of Old English æsc and leah. Until the 1960s it was more commonly given to boys in the United States, but it is now most often used on girls.
The definitive resource for exploring the meanings, origins, and cultural significance of names from around the globe. Whether you're picking a name for your newborn, researching your own name, or just curious, Namepedia offers a wealth of information to satisfy your curiosity.
From an English surname that was originally derived from a place name meaning "fortified town" in Old English. A famous bearer of the surname was Richard Burton (1821-1890), an explorer of Africa and Asia.
The online etymology dictionary (etymonline) is the internet's go-to source for quick and reliable accounts of the origin and history of English words, phrases, and idioms.
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