Manchester (disambiguation) facts for kids

Manchester is a famous city in the north west of England. But did you know that the name "Manchester" is used for many other things too? This page will help you find out about all the different places, objects, and ideas that share this name!

Places Named Manchester

The name Manchester is used for many towns, cities, and areas around the world. Most of these places were named after the original city in England.

Manchester in Australia

• County of Manchester: This is a special land area in South Australia.

Manchester in Canada

• Alyth/Bonnybrook/Manchester, Calgary: A neighborhood in the city of Calgary, Alberta.
• Manchester, Nova Scotia: A small community in Guysborough, Nova Scotia.

Manchester in Jamaica

• Manchester Parish: A parish (like a county) in Jamaica.

Manchester in South America

• Manchester, Bolivia: A place in Bolivia.
• Manchester, Suriname: A place in Suriname.

Manchester in the United States

The name Manchester is very popular in the United States. There are many towns and cities called Manchester across different states.

• Manchester, California: Found in Mendocino County, California.
• Manchester, Connecticut: A town in Connecticut.
• Manchester, Georgia: A city in Georgia.
• Manchester, Illinois: A village in Illinois.
• Manchester, Iowa: A city in Iowa.
• Manchester, Maryland: A town in Maryland.
• Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts: A town in Massachusetts, often just called "Manchester."
• Manchester, New Hampshire: This is the largest city in New Hampshire and the biggest "Manchester" in the U.S.
• Manchester, Ohio: A village in Ohio.
• Manchester, Pennsylvania: A borough in Pennsylvania.
• Manchester, Tennessee: A city in Tennessee.
• Manchester, Vermont: A town in Vermont.
• Manchester, Washington: A census-designated place in Washington.

Vehicles Called Manchester

The name Manchester has also been used for different types of vehicles, especially aircraft and ships.

Aircraft

• Avro 533 Manchester: An early airplane from 1918. It was a biplane (meaning it had two sets of wings) used for taking photos and as a bomber.
• Avro Manchester: A powerful heavy bomber airplane used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) during World War II.

Ships

• Manchester (barque): A large British sailing ship with four masts.
• HMS Manchester: This name has been used for three different ships in the Royal Navy of the United Kingdom.
• USS Manchester (CL-83): A ship in the United States Navy.

Trucks

• Manchester Motors: A company from the 1930s that made light trucks.

Music and Manchester

The name Manchester has inspired several songs and albums.

• Manchester (album): An album by the musician Tim Barry.
• "Manchester" (song): A song by the band The Beautiful South.
• "Manchester, England": A song from the famous musical called Hair.

Science and Technology

The name Manchester is also linked to some important ideas and inventions in science and technology.

• Manchester capitalism: This was an economic idea from the 1800s. It focused on free markets and was supported by thinkers like John Stuart Mill and Adam Smith. It's also known as the "Manchester school" of economics.
  • The Manchester School: An academic magazine that publishes articles about economics.
• Manchester cloth: This is another name for corduroy, a type of fabric with raised lines.
• Manchester code: A special way to send electronic information, used in communication.
• Manchester Mark 1: One of the very first computers ever built in Britain.
• Manchester Ship Canal: A famous canal in England that allows ships to travel inland to Manchester.

People and Manchester

The name Manchester is also connected to groups of people and even a family title.

• The Manchesters: This was a regiment (a group of soldiers) in the British Army.
• Manchester Pals: These were special army regiments formed during World War I by Lord Kitchener. Many friends ("pals") from Manchester joined together.

People with the Surname Manchester

Some people have Manchester as their last name or as a special title.

• Duke of Manchester: This is a very old and important title in the Peerage of the United Kingdom. It has existed since 1626.
• Devon Manchester (born 1989): A field hockey player from New Zealand.
• Melissa Manchester (born 1951): An American singer and songwriter.
• William Manchester (1922–2004): An American historian and writer.
• Sarah Manchester: A winner of a million dollars on the TV game show Wheel of Fortune.

Other Uses of Manchester

• Manchester terrier: A specific breed of dog known for its sleek black and tan coat.
• Manchester: In Australia and New Zealand, this word is sometimes used to mean bedding (like sheets and blankets).