Acton facts for kids
Acton is a name that you might see used for many different places, people, or even other things around the world. It's a bit like a common first name that many people share.
Places Named Acton
Many towns, suburbs, and even islands are called Acton. This name is found in several countries, showing how widely it has been used over time.
Acton in Australia
In Australia, you can find places named Acton in different states:
- Acton, Australian Capital Territory: This is a suburb located near Canberra, the capital city of Australia.
- Acton, Tasmania: A suburb found in Burnie, a city on the island state of Tasmania.
- Acton Park, Tasmania: This place is a suburb of Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. It used to be known simply as Acton.
Acton in Canada
Canada also has several locations named Acton:
- Acton, Ontario: A community in the province of Ontario.
- Acton Island: An island also located in Ontario, in the District of Muskoka.
- Acton Regional County Municipality, Quebec: This is a group of towns in Quebec, including:
* Acton Vale, Quebec * Saint-Nazaire-d'Acton, Quebec * Saint-Théodore-d'Acton, Quebec
Acton in the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom has many places named Acton, often small villages or parts of larger cities.
- Acton, London: This is a well-known area within West London. It's a busy place with homes, shops, and transport links.
- Acton, Cheshire: A village in the county of Cheshire.
- Acton, Shropshire: There are several small places named Acton in Shropshire, including Acton Burnell and Acton Scott.
- Acton Court: A historic country house in Gloucestershire.
Acton in the United States
In the United States, Acton is also a common place name:
- Acton, California: A census-designated place in Los Angeles County.
- Acton, Massachusetts: A town located in Middlesex County.
- Acton, Texas: A community in Hood County.
- Acton State Historic Site: A historical site in Texas that preserves the home of a famous Texas Ranger.
People Named Acton
Sometimes, Acton is a surname, meaning it's a family name.
- Acton (surname): Many people share Acton as their last name.
- Acton Bell: This was a pen name used by the famous writer Anne Brontë. She used a male name so her books would be taken more seriously at the time.
Other Uses of Acton
The name Acton can also refer to other things:
- Acton Institute: This is a research organization in the U.S. that studies economics and religion.
- Acton (Turrell): This is the name of an artwork created by the artist James Turrell. You can see it at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
See Also
In Spanish: Acton para niños
- Acton Green (disambiguation)
- Acton Park (disambiguation)
- Acton Vale (disambiguation)
