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Meaning & History
The name Lakeview is a straightforward English toponym (place name) derived from the words "lake" and "view," indicating a scenic location overlooking a lake. Many communities with this name were established near lakes or bodies of water, making the name descriptive of the area's geography.Lakeview is a common name for neighborhoods, towns, and communities in English-speaking countries.Lakeview, Mississauga was once home to the Lakeview Generating Station, a major power plant on the shores of Lake Ontario, before it was demolished in 2007. Lakeview, Chicago, is another well-known neighborhood named for its proximity to Lake Michigan.