Sheffield is known for its beautiful green spaces, diverse communities and independent shops. But would you be surprised to learn that our one of a kind city shares its name with 20 other places?
All across the world countries have the same names, and Sheffield is no exception to this.
From America all the way to Australia, 20 places across the globe are named Sheffield in six different countries, and the US holds the majority with 14 places.
We have picked out an interesting list of locations that share their name with the steel city.
1. Sheffield, Pennsylvania
Welcome to Sheffield, Pennsylvania, which is actually named after the Sheffield we know and love. It’s known for its rich history in the timber industry, and is often referred to as the “Heart of the Allegheny National Forest”, which is Pennsylvania’s only national forest covering over 500,000 acres. | Google maps
2. Sheffield, Illinois
This small village has a population of around 821 people. It has an interesting history with a legendary “coin toss”, which states the founders flipped a coin to decide which of their names the town would carry. The winner of the coin toss happened to be Joseph E. Sheffield, an American business leader and philanthropist. | Google maps
3. Sheffield, Massachusetts
This picturesque place is the oldest town in Berkshire County. It combines mountainous scenery with quirky local landmarks, including a shop that builds ukuleles and violins used by musicians and celebrities. | Google maps
4. Sheffield, North Carolina
Sheffield, North Carolina is quite literally a hidden gem. It’s popular for the Sheffield Gem Mine, where tourists can search for rubies and sapphires, having the option to keep or turn into a beautiful jewellery piece. | Google maps