Experts in the Muskogean languages have not found any evidence to support the translation of “Alabama” as ‘Here We Rest’.
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Nah, not really. π
The whole idea that “Alabama” means “Here We Rest” is basically a myth. It sounds cool and poetic, but historians and language experts say there’s no real evidence for it.
The name βAlabamaβ actually comes from the language of Native American tribes β probably from the Choctaw or a related language β and itβs more about plants or clearing land than napping vibes π.
Like, it might have something to do with “thicket clearers” or “plant gatherers,” not “letβs chill here forever.”
In short: βHere We Restβ = β¨pretty storyβ¨, but not historically legit.