Northgate

Northgate is a toponym used in multiple locations around the world to denote a northern entrance or gateway within a city or district. The term is commonly adopted for neighborhoods, commercial districts, and transportation facilities, reflecting its association with northern access points and boundary lines.

As a neighborhood name, Northgate typically refers to areas situated on the northern edge of a city center or along northern routes. These districts may include residential streets, local services, and schools, with the name sometimes reflecting historical gateways or boundary lines.

As a commercial designation, Northgate is used for shopping centers and retail districts. Northgate malls or plazas have traditionally been positioned at northern city entrances to serve surrounding suburbs and commuters, though individual properties vary in scale and function.

In transportation planning, Northgate is sometimes assigned to transit hubs, park-and-ride lots, or rail and bus interchanges, often indicating a link to northern corridors or feeder routes. The name can be applied to stations, stops, or interchange facilities that facilitate regional travel.

Notable uses include Northgate, Seattle, a neighborhood in Washington, and Northgate Mall, a shopping center in the same area. The name is also found in other countries as place names or district designations, reflecting common naming patterns in urban development.