Ford near the ash trees
A topographical surname-turned-given name of English origin. It describes a shallow river crossing (a ford) located near a grove of ash trees. The ash tree itself was historically significant in Northern Europe, often associated with protection and life.
Less common today
Ashford isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,159 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Influential songwriting and production duo (Nickolas Ashford)
A character in the video game series Resident Evil · Resident Evil
