Broughton facts for kids
"Broughton" is a name that you might see in many different places around the world! It's often used for towns, villages, and even natural spots like islands or straits. Think of it like a popular first name that many people share, but for locations instead.
What Does Broughton Mean?
The name "Broughton" comes from old English words. It usually means "brook town" or "fortified farm." A "brook" is a small stream, and a "ton" (or "tun") was an old word for a settlement or farm. So, many places named Broughton were likely small towns or farms built near a stream or a fortified area long ago.
Places Named Broughton
You can find places called Broughton in many countries, showing how people moved and named new settlements after places they knew.
Broughton in Canada
In Canada, the name Broughton is often linked to beautiful natural areas, especially in British Columbia.
- Broughton Archipelago: This is a group of islands off the coast of British Columbia. It's a stunning area known for its wildlife and natural beauty.
- Broughton Island: One of the islands within the Broughton Archipelago.
- North Broughton Island: An island located just north of Broughton Island.
- Broughton Strait: A narrow stretch of water near Vancouver Island.
- Broughton Peaks: A small group of mountains found on the west coast of Vancouver Island.
Broughton in England
England has many places named Broughton, reflecting its long history. Here are just a few examples:
- Broughton, Buckinghamshire: There are two places with this name in Buckinghamshire, showing how common it is.
- Broughton, Cambridgeshire: A village in the county of Cambridgeshire.
- Broughton, Cumbria: This county has two places named Broughton, including Broughton-in-Furness.
- Broughton, Lancashire: A village and civil parish in Lancashire.
- Broughton, Northamptonshire: A village in the county of Northamptonshire.
- Broughton, Oxfordshire: A village and civil parish in Oxfordshire, known for its historic castle.
- Broughton Gifford: A village in Wiltshire, England.
- Broughton-in-Furness: A market town in Cumbria, known for its traditional market square.
Broughton in Other Countries
The name Broughton also appears in other parts of the world:
- Jamaica: There is a place called Broughton in Jamaica.
- Scotland: You can find Broughton in Edinburgh and in the Scottish Borders.
- Wales: There are places named Broughton in Flintshire, Vale of Glamorgan, and Wrexham.
- United States: In the U.S., there are small towns named Broughton in Illinois, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Other Uses of Broughton
Besides geographical locations, "Broughton" is also used in the names of schools and other institutions.
- Broughton Anglican College: A school located in Menangle, New South Wales, Australia.
- Broughton High School: A school in Edinburgh, Scotland.
- Needham B. Broughton High School: A high school located in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.
- Broughton Hospital: A facility in Morganton, North Carolina, that helps people with mental health needs.
See also
- In Spanish: Broughton para niños
