Lancaster

With British origins, Lancaster is a boy’s name meaning “Roman fort on the River Lune,” "castle on the River Lune," or "city on the River Lune." Lancaster is a famous place name in Northern England and is a city steeped in history. Lancaster was at the center of a series of civil wars as they rivaled neighboring York for the English throne. Known as the Wars of the Roses, Lancaster won the thirty-year dispute, which paved the way for the House of Tudor. For those who love English history, look no further than naming your child after a beautiful town renowned for its historical context, rolling hills, and stunning landscape. Famous people with Lancaster as a last name include Burt Lancaster, Penny Lancaster, and Sarah Lancaster.