Many Florida counties are named after historical figures, including explorers, presidents, and military leaders. Some counties, like Highlands and Lake, are named for their geographical features.

Every new parent faces the difficult decision of choosing the perfect name for a newborn. First names rarely get changed after being assigned and carry with them a wide range of meanings and ...

Many Florida counties are named after historical figures, including Confederate officers and U.S. senators. Several counties derive their names from geographic features like bays or from Native ...