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Meaning & History
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is derived from the French name Saint Jean (Saint John), with the addition of "sur" meaning "on" or "upon", referring to its location along the Richelieu River. The city is named after Saint John the Baptist, a Catholic saint, and is situated near the Richelieu River, which flows from Lake Champlain into the St. Lawrence River. The name reflects both religious and geographical significance, a common practice in French-Canadian place-naming.