Every state has its doozies when it comes to strange or odd town names, but Arkansas is definitely in the running for weirdest. It’s interesting to try and trace the origins of these towns to see what exactly the settlers were thinking when they came up with these weird names. We could all use a laugh right about now, and these towns with strange names in Arkansas are sure to make you smile! In no particular order, here are some of our favorite towns in Arkansas with some of the strangest names you’ll ever see.
Blue Ball is located on the west central border of Arkansas in Scott County.
Etowa (including Threeway) is in Mississippi County, Arkansas.
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Bald Knob is particularly known for its popular annual strawberry festival, Homefest.
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Romance, Arkansas is located about 16 miles northwest of Beebe and less than 5 miles east of Mount Vernon.
Jackson County is located in northeast Arkansas.
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Toad Suck, Arkansas is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Despite the community's awkward name, during its heyday in the early 1920s the community was home to a number of thriving businesses and as many as seven zinc mining operations.
Goobertown is located on U.S. Route 49, approximately 10 miles northeast of Jonesboro.
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The St. Francis County community acquired its current name when a farmer dining in the restaurant was given a plate with a grease stain by an auto mechanic. He commented that the community should be called "Greasy Corner" instead; the name has been used ever since.
Stinking Bay appears on the Crocketts Bluff U.S. Geological Survey Map.
Weiner, Arkansas is included in the Jonesboro, Arkansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Have you ever visited any of these towns with strange names in Arkansas? What are some other weird towns across the Natural State you’ve heard of, visited, or have lived in? Share in the comments below & we can all have a giggle at how Arkansas’s founders got so creative with our town names!
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What is the smallest town in Arkansas?
The smaller town in Arkansas is Moscow, an unincorporated community located in Jefferson County. With an elevation of 194 feet, this tiny town covers about one square mile of land and has a population of less than ten people. Other small towns in Arkansas include Witts Springs, Valley Springs, Morrow, and Frenchmans Bayou which all have populations that hover below 50 people.
What unique words and phrases do people in Arkansas say?
Every state develops its own set of unique phrases and words that locals may not even think twice about, but they’ll sure raise a few eyebrows if said anywhere else. Although the Natural State has a lot of agriculture, if you hear someone ask “how ‘bout them Hogs,” you may be surprised to learn they are not referring to actual hogs. In the same vein, if you hear someone tell you that they are “headed up the hill this weekend,” you might want to check the football schedule for the Hogs.
What are the best small towns in Arkansas?
We love major cities like Little Rock, Jonesboro, and Hot Springs, but there’s a special place in our heart for Arkansas’ small towns. Small towns often have the most charm, the best local restaurants, and lovely shops and boutiques to stock up on local goods. Nestled in the Ozarks, Mountainburg is a scenic little town near Lake Fort Smith State Park, a beautiful state park with awe-inspiring overlooks. For fishermen, Lake Village is home to Lake Chicot where anglers can try to catch record-setting large-mouth bass.
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Blue Ball, Hunt Township, AR 72833, USA
Three Way, Etowah, AR 72370, USA
Bald Knob, AR 72010, USA
Romance, AR 72136, USA
Possum Grape, Glaize Township, AR 72020, USA
Toad Suck, AR 72016, USA
Monkey Run, AR 72635, USA
Goobertown, Brookland Township, AR 72417, USA
Greasy Corner, AR 72346, USA
Stinking Bay, Crockett Township, AR 72042, USA
Weiner, AR 72479, USA
