Georgetown

Georgetown is a toponym used in several countries, typically named for George or a monarch named George. The name is common in former British colonies and in English-speaking regions, where it appears as cities, towns, and neighborhoods with varied histories and roles.

Georgetown, Guyana, is the capital and largest city of Guyana, located on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Demerara River. It serves as the country’s political, commercial, and cultural center, with a colonial-era street grid, markets, riverfront areas, and government buildings.

Georgetown in the United States includes a historic neighborhood in Washington, D.C.—home to Georgetown University, a private research university founded in 1789. The area is known for its 18th- and 19th-century architecture, embassies, and proximity to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.

Georgetown, Texas, is a growing city north of Austin and the county seat of Williamson County. Georgetown, Kentucky, is a city in Scott County with a notable automotive manufacturing presence. Georgetown, Massachusetts, is a rural town in Essex County with colonial-era heritage. Georgetown, California, is a historic mining town in El Dorado County with preserved 19th-century buildings. Georgetown, Colorado, is a former mining settlement along Clear Creek, noted for its historic downtown and a passenger railway loop.

Georgetown, Ontario, is a town in Halton Hills within the Greater Toronto Area, offering a mix of rural landscapes and a historic main street.