The purpose of the Ashley project is to use the results of Y-DNA testing to aid genealogical research of Ashley paternal lines. "Ashley" is a habitational name from any of the numerous places in southern and central England named Ashley, from Old English æsc "ash" and leah "woodland clearing." Please see: * DNA Results (at left) - For tables showing the Y-DNA test results of project members * Background (tab above) - For the genealogy of major Ashley paternal lines * Results (tab above) - For a discussion of findings based on the Y-DNA test results of project members * Links (at left) - For links to resources relevant to Ashley genealogy