Ashworth

Ashworth is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words “æsc” meaning “ash tree” and “worth” meaning “enclosure” or “homestead”. The name is predominantly found in the north-west of England, particularly in Lancashire. Notable bearers of the surname include British mathematician and philosopher Roger Ashworth, American football player Isaac Ashworth, and British singer-songwriter Kirsty Ashworth. The name has also been used in fiction, such as in the novel “The Ashworth Legacy” by Amanda McCabe.