Here are 11 Vermont town names that are quirky, confusing, or just plain unusual—perfect for making your GPS (and maybe yourself) do a double-take:
1. Podunk
Why it’s odd: The name is slang for “the middle of nowhere,” and this tiny area really is off the beaten path, blending into nearby towns.
2. Dummerston
Why it’s odd: The name can make people snicker, and it’s named after a colonial governor, William Dummer.
3. Bread Loaf
Why it’s odd: Named after a mountain that looks like a loaf of bread, it’s also home to a famous writers’ conference.
4. Calais
Why it’s odd: Pronounced “callous” in Vermont, not like the French city.
5. Vershire
Why it’s odd: The name sounds more like a county or state than a town.
6. Peacham
Why it’s odd: Sounds like a fruit, not a place.
7. Lost Nation
Why it’s odd: Mysterious name possibly linked to Native American history or folklore.
8. Mosquitoville
Why it’s odd: Named for its swampy, mosquito-filled past.
9. Notown
Why it’s odd: Literally means “no town,” though there is a small community there.
10. Blissville
Why it’s odd: A tiny hamlet named after the Bliss family, tucked within another town.
11. Tinmouth
Why it’s odd: Named after English towns, but with a twist—locals say it’s pronounced “TIN-mith”.
These names reflect Vermont’s sense of humor, local history, and cultural quirks, and are sure to confuse both visitors and digital navigation systems alike.
Sources:
- https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/7-bizarrely-named-towns-in-vermont.html
- https://www.vermonter.com/weird-vermont-town-names/
- https://949whom.com/most-bizarre-new-england-town-names/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3TrauyMMb4