Cambridge (disambiguation) facts for kids

Cambridge is a famous name, most known for a historic city in the United Kingdom. This city is the main town of Cambridgeshire and is home to the world-renowned University of Cambridge.

But did you know that "Cambridge" can refer to many other places, people, and things around the world? This page will help you discover some of them!

Places Named Cambridge

Many towns and cities across the globe share the name Cambridge. This often happened because settlers from the original Cambridge in the UK named new places after their homeland.

In Australia

• Cambridge, Tasmania: A small town located near the city of Hobart in Tasmania, Australia. It's known for its airport.
• Town of Cambridge: This is a local government area in Western Australia. It's like a district that includes several suburbs near the city of Perth.

In Canada

• Cambridge, Ontario: A large city in the Canadian province of Ontario. It was formed by combining several smaller towns.
• Cambridge Bay, Nunavut: A small village located in the Arctic region of Nunavut, Canada. It's an important stop for ships traveling through the Northwest Passage.

In New Zealand

• Cambridge, New Zealand: A lovely town on the North Island of New Zealand. It's famous for its horse breeding and rowing sports.

In the United Kingdom

• Cambridge: The most famous Cambridge! This historic city is in England. It's known for its beautiful old buildings, the River Cam, and especially the University of Cambridge.
• Cambridge, Gloucestershire: A small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England.

In the United States

• Cambridge, Massachusetts: A major city in the state of Massachusetts. It's right across the Charles River from Boston. This city is home to two very famous universities: Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
• Cambridge, Ohio: A city in Ohio known for its history in glass manufacturing and coal mining.
• Cambridge, Maryland: A city on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. It has a long history as a port town.
• Cambridge, Minnesota: A city in Minnesota that serves as a regional center for its surrounding rural area.

People Named Cambridge

The name Cambridge can also be a surname, meaning it's a family name.

Famous People

• Asuka Cambridge (born 1993): A talented Japanese sprint athlete. He has competed in the Olympic Games and won medals in relay races.
• Richard Owen Cambridge (1717–1802): A British poet and writer from the 18th century.

Titles

• Duke of Cambridge: This is a royal title in the United Kingdom. It is often given to a senior member of the British royal family. For example, Prince William was known as the Duke of Cambridge before he became the Prince of Wales.

Other Uses of Cambridge

Sometimes, "Cambridge" is part of a name for other things, like places or events.

• Cambridge Circus (disambiguation): This refers to a famous road junction in London, England. It's a busy intersection where several streets meet.

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