About Astill
The surname Astill is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "Γ¦stel," meaning "a measuring rod" or "a staff." It was likely an occupational surname given to someone who worked as a surveyor or a person who used a measuring rod in their profession. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who was tall or had a slender build. Overall, the surname Astill signifies a connection to measurement or a physical attribute.
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The surname Astill is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Astill based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Astill is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Astill in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Astill using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.