Origin in Cheshire
While the spelling 'Astles' prevails in Cheshire, the regular spelling of 'Astle' is also common. However, its origin in this area may be distinct. As the Danes occupied Cheshire via the west coast, it is possible that other men named 'Asketil' lent their name to the people of the region. However it is more likely that the name is this area derives from the hamlet of Astle (previously Asthull). If this is the case, the name would be a contraction of 'east hill'. Thus it is a locative surname.
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