The origin of London's name remains debated. The Romans called it Londinium, probably adapting an existing Celtic place name. One theory derives it from the Celtic personal name 'Londinos', meaning 'the bold one'. Another links it to the Brythonic word 'lond', meaning 'wild place'. The city was first recorded in writing by Tacitus following the revolt of Boudicca in 60 CE.
| Country | Canada |
| Region | 08 |
| Population | 422,324 |
| Language of origin | Celtic/Latin (Londinium) |
| Type of name | Indigenous language |
Etymology & History
London is a ppl located in 08, Canada. With a population of approximately 422,324, it is one of many communities whose name tells a story about the region's past.
Understanding why places are named as they are gives us a window into history — the languages spoken, the people honoured, the landscapes encountered and the cultures that shaped the world we live in today. The field of toponymy (the study of place names) reveals that almost every name has a meaning, even when that meaning has been obscured by centuries of linguistic change.