Now this one is still often called into question. Of all the towns and cities on our list, the origin of the name Penrith is still a little foggy. It’s not just that—for some, it’s also shrouded in controversy. For many, it is thought to come from the Celtic words “penn” and “rid,” which means “hill ford.” Those on the other side of the argument also feel that the origins are Celtic (specifically Cumbric) but that it derives from “Pen Rith,” which translates to “red town.”