TheNameDBActon
TopographicMeaning
From a place name meaning 'settlement by oak trees' or 'oak tree settlement'.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'ac' (oak) and 'tun' (settlement, village). Multiple places named Acton exist in England, and the surname likely originated from one or more of these locations.
About the Acton Surname
A topographic surname derived from English place names, particularly common in areas with oak tree settlements. The name has been borne by various notable figures throughout history.
Distribution
Found throughout England and English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
William Boyd Acton, Harold Acton