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Type Settlement
Pronounced Pron. fayr-BAY-NKS(American English)  [key]

Meaning & History

Fairbanks is a settlement in Alaska USA. Fairbanks was founded in 1901 by E.T.Barnette.
Was originally inhabited by native Americans and Russians.
Originally called Chenoa City.
Named in honor of "Charles W. Fairbanks".

The surname Fairbanks comes from old english fair "lovely" + Bank "hill".
Added 3/5/2023 by idkwhoalt