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Melbourne was named in 1837 after the then British Prime Minister William Lamb the 2nd Viscount Melbourne who resided in the village named Melbourne in Derbyshire. He was also the Prime Minister of England at the time of Queen Victorias coronation, so therefore it just might stand to reason that's how Melbourne, Victoria got its name.
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What is the birth name of Melbourne MacDowell?
Melbourne MacDowell's birth name is William Melbourne McDowell.
What is the name of the international airport near Melbourne?
Melbourne Airport. It's also known as Tullamarine Airport, but its correct name is Melbourne Airport.
Which cricketer has the middle name Melbourne?
Xavier 'Melbourne' Marshall
What is the name of the bay on which Melbourne was built?
Melbourne is situated on Port Phillip Bay.
What is the name of Melbourne's largest airport?
Melbourne Airport. It's also known as Tullamarine, but its correct title is Melbourne Airport.
Why was the name Melbourne chosen?
It was chosen by the Lonsdale's Choice. The name Melbourne was named after a mentor of the young Queen which is the British Prime Minister William Lamb, 2nd, Viscount Melbourne.
What German city has the same name as a Melbourne suburb?
Heidelberg the German city has the same name as the Melbourne suburb Heidelberg.
Is Melbourne spelled correctly?
Indeed, the Australian place name Melbourne is spelt correctly.
What is the name of the German club in Melbourne?
Tivoli located in Dandenong Street, Windsor, Melbourne Victoria
Who was Melbourne named after?
There are possibly many people named after Melbourne. However some parents may name their child Melbourne just because they like the name and not necessarily after the city.
Whose name was Melbourne?
The city of Melbourne was named in honour of William Lamb, 2nd Viscount of Melbourne, in March 1837 while he was Prime Minister of England.
What is the name of the Melbourne cup winner in 2007?
Efficient.
