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Newport is a name you'll find in many different places around the world, especially for towns and cities. It often means "new port" or "new harbor," which makes sense because many of these places are near water.

The most famous places named Newport are:

But there are many other places and things that share this name!

Places Called Newport

Many places around the globe are named Newport. They are often found near coasts or rivers, showing their connection to water and trade.

Newport in Asia

  • Newport City, Metro Manila: This is a district in Pasay, a city in the Philippines. It's a modern area with lots of buildings.
  • Newport (Vietnam): This was a big supply base used by the United States Army and the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) during the Vietnam War.

Newport in Europe

Newport in Ireland

  • Newport, County Mayo: You can find this town on the west coast of Ireland.
  • Newport, County Tipperary: This town is inland in Ireland, located on the Newport River.

Newport in the United Kingdom

Newport in England
  • Newport, Cornwall: A place in the county of Cornwall.
  • Newport, Devon: Located in the town of Barnstaple.
  • Newport, East Riding of Yorkshire: A village in Yorkshire.
  • Newport, Essex: A village in the county of Essex.
  • Newport, Gloucestershire: A small place in Gloucestershire.
  • Newport, Isle of Wight: This is a town on the Isle of Wight, an island off the south coast of England.
    • Newport and Carisbrooke: A local area that used to be just called "Newport."
  • Newport, Shropshire: A market town in Shropshire.
  • Newport Pagnell: A town in Buckinghamshire, known for its history.
Newport in Scotland
  • Newport-on-Tay: A town in Fife, Scotland, located on the Firth of Tay.
Newport in Wales
  • Newport, Wales: This is a major city and county borough in South Wales. It's one of the largest cities in Wales.
  • Newport, Pembrokeshire: A town in West Wales, known for its beautiful coastal area.

Newport in North America

Newport in Canada

  • Newport, Quebec: A place in the Le Haut-Saint-François area of Quebec.
  • Newport, Newfoundland and Labrador: A community on the island of Newfoundland.
  • Newport, Nova Scotia: A rural community in Nova Scotia.
  • Newport, Ontario: A small community in Ontario.

Newport in Jamaica

  • Newport, Jamaica: This is where the historic Bethabara Moravian Church is located.

Newport in the United States

Newport in Oceania

Newport in Australia

Newport in New Zealand

  • Opua: This town in New Zealand was originally named Newport.

People Named Newport

Many people have the last name Newport. Here are a few notable ones:

  • Cal Newport (born 1982): An American writer and computer science professor. He writes non-fiction books.
  • Christopher Newport: An English sailor and privateer from the late 1500s. He was important in the early history of the Jamestown settlement in Virginia.
  • Matilda Newport: A Liberian folk hero, known for her bravery.
  • Phil Newport: A former English cricketer.
  • Richard Newport: Several English politicians and noblemen from history.

Buildings and Structures Called Newport

  • Newport Aquarium: A popular aquarium located in Newport, Kentucky, where you can see many amazing sea creatures.
  • Newport Tower (Jersey City): A very tall building in Jersey City, New Jersey, United States.
  • Newport Tower (Rhode Island): A mysterious old stone tower in Newport, Rhode Island, whose origin is debated.
  • Shrewsbury and Newport Canal: A historic canal in Shropshire, England, that is being restored.
  • Christopher Newport University: A public university in Newport News, Virginia, named after the famous sailor.

Fictional Places Called Newport

  • New Port City: A fictional city where the Japanese manga and anime series Ghost in the Shell takes place.
  • Newport, California: A fictional city in the popular TV series The O.C., which is loosely based on Newport Beach, California.

Music and Entertainment

  • Newport Jazz Festival: A very famous jazz music festival held in Newport, Rhode Island.
  • Newport Folk Festival: Another famous music festival in Newport, Rhode Island, focusing on folk music.
  • Newport Music Hall: A music venue located in Columbus, Ohio, where many concerts are held.
  • Music of Newport: The city of Newport in Wales is known for its music scene, especially for indie bands in the 1980s and 1990s.

Sports Teams and Venues

  • Newport City F.C.: A football (soccer) club from Newport, Wales.
  • Newport County A.F.C.: Another professional football (soccer) club from Newport, Wales.
  • Newport International Sports Village: A large sports complex in Newport, Wales, with facilities for many different sports.
  • Newport RFC: A rugby union team from Newport, Wales.

Transportation

  • Chrysler Newport: A type of car that was made by the Chrysler Corporation for many years.
  • Nieuport: A French company that used to build airplanes.

Watercraft

  • Newport Ship: This is the name given to a medieval ship that was discovered in Newport, Wales.
  • USS Newport (LST-1179): A ship used by the U.S. Navy.
  • HMS Newport: Several ships in the Royal Navy (British Navy) have been named Newport.
  • There are also several sailboat designs named Newport, like the Newport 20 and Newport 30.

Other Uses of Newport

  • Newport (cigarette): A brand of cigarettes.
  • Newport (Martian crater): A crater on the planet Mars is named Newport.
  • Newport (Ymerodraeth State of Mind): A funny parody song based on "Empire State of Mind."
  • The Newport Rising: This was a large armed protest that happened in Newport, Wales, in 1839. It was one of the last big rebellions in mainland Britain.
  • Newport Show: An agricultural show held in Shropshire, England, where farmers and others show off their animals and products.

See also

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