ancient words from an ancient man
2006-06-20 02:37:58 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
The name "Niagara" is said to originate from an Iroquois word "Onguiaahra" meaning "The Strait." The region's original inhabitants were the Ongiara, an Iroquois tribe named the Neutrals by French settlers, who found them helpful in mediating disputes with other tribes.
2006-06-20 02:42:07 · answer #1 · answered by whoselineguy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The great water falls in the Niagara River give their name to the towns of Niagara Falls, NY, and Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
"The word "Onguiaahra" appears on maps as early as 1641. Both it and the later version "Ongiara" are Indian words generally interpreted as meaning "The Straight", although the romantic "Thunder of Waters" is sometimes given. By the time the first white man arrived at the Falls, the name in general use was "Niagara"
2006-06-20 09:43:56 · answer #2 · answered by MOM KNOWS EVERYTHING 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Origin of the name Niagara .
The word "Onguiaahra" appears on documents as early as 1641, and a little later "Ongiara" . Both are Indian words thought as meaning "The Straight". A more romantic meanings " Thunder of Waters " is also given . The usual distortion of unwritten word have transformed it to "Niagara" .
2006-06-20 09:44:24 · answer #3 · answered by Robin W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WOW! All these people are doing great. When I saw your question I thought there would be at least several people saying "Thunder Water," a common myth. I see a few people fell for this. Its not true.
2006-06-21 07:23:02 · answer #4 · answered by Erica 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
niagara means overwhelming flood.
2006-06-20 09:42:29 · answer #5 · answered by writer1055 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-06-26 17:16:33 · answer #6 · answered by eddie9551 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋