Glendale

Glendale is a placename used for multiple settlements in North America and beyond. The name combines glen or glee with dale, terms for a valley, and is commonly applied to communities located in or near valley landscapes. Because of its broad use, Glendale appears in several distinct locales rather than referring to a single place.

In the United States, Glendale refers to several municipalities and neighborhoods. Glendale, California, is a city in Los Angeles County within the broader Los Angeles metropolitan area. It functions as a residential and commercial hub with a historic downtown, cultural institutions, and sizable retail activity. Glendale, Arizona, is a city in Maricopa County part of the Phoenix metropolitan region, known for its suburban character, sports venues, shopping districts, and growing arts and entertainment offerings. Glendale, Wisconsin, is a village in Milwaukee County near the city of Milwaukee, characterized by its residential neighborhoods and local services. Glendale, Queens, New York, is a residential neighborhood in the borough of Queens, featuring a mix of housing and small commercial corridors with access to regional transit.

The Glendale name is also used for other communities and, occasionally, as part of longer place names in different regions. As a toponym, it typically signals a settlement associated with a valley landscape or a picturesque hillside setting.