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Im not quite sure, but its either from Toronto's prevous name, York, or named after the English Duke of York.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 15y agoThe Duke of York. It was changed from New Amsterdam, the name the Dutch had given it.
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∙ 12y agoi think it got its name on Jan. 30, 1778..... but I'm not quite sure....
hopefully this kinda helps....
thanks Haley....
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∙ 13y agoit was a gift to the duke of york from his brother the king of england. 1775
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∙ 14y agoIt was named to honor the Duke of York.
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What were New York's previous name how did it get the name New York?
New Amsterdam and the duke of york is why they named new york new york
What is New York state name?
The original name of New York was New Netherlands. New York was renamed after the Duke of York.
What is the origin name of the colony of New York?
The original name for New York was New Netherland.
Why was New York given its name?
New York got its name by the "Duke of York"because it was taken over by the English.
What is the name origin for New York?
The original name for New York is New Netherlands
What state is New York in?
New York is the name of the state. The City of New York (New York City) is in the state of New York.
What is new York's state?
New York is the name of the state. The City of New York (New York City) is in the state of New York.
What food name has New York in it?
New York Steak New York Cheesecake
Was New Netherlands the original name for New York?
New Netherlands is the original settlement name for New York
How the did New York Giants get their name?
Former New York Giants manager Jim Mutrie gave the New York Giants their name. The New York Giants used to be known as the New York City Gothams.
What is the name of the newspaper in New York?
The New york times
What state was name after an English duke?
new york!
