Toad Suck, Arkansas, voted ‘most unfortunate’ town name

rockin'robin · 08-08-2012, 07:01 PM

A new poll across seven English-speaking countries has chosen Toad Suck, Arkansas, as having the "most unfortunate" town name in the United States.

Toad Suck, an unincorporated community in Perry County, took top dishonors, edging out Climax, Georgia, and Boring, Oregon.

The poll was conducted by the genealogy site Findmypast.com, and polled respondents in the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

"Some people are disconcerted to learn that their forebears came from somewhere called Toad Suck, Roachtown or Monkey's Eyebrow," said Josh Taylor, genealogist and spokesperson for the site, in a press release.

Toad Suck reportedly takes its name from a once popular drinking location for boaters on the Arkansas River. The toadsuck.org site explains in more detail, "While they waited, they refreshed themselves at the local tavern there, to the dismay of the folks living nearby, who said: 'They suck on the bottle 'til they swell up like toads.' Hence, the name Toad Suck."

Interestingly, Climax's unique name isn't its only claim to fame. It's also home to the annual "Swine Time" festival.

The Top 10:

1. Toad Suck, Ark.
2. Climax, Ga.
3. Boring, Ore.
4. Hooker, Okla.
5. Assawoman, Md.
6. Belchertown, Mass.
7. Roachtown, Ill.
8. Loveladies, N.J.
9. Squabbletown, Calif.
10. Monkey's Eyebrow, Ky.

"I maybe expected Squabbletown to rank higher," Taylor said.

Toad Suck, Arkansas, voted

DeafTim · 08-09-2012, 12:17 PM

I already read it and laughed about the name.. Toad Suck? really?

There's a strange city in ohio name Killbuck..I think it's a cool name.

@ assawoman ...smh...I actually think Roachtown is'a cool name.

rolling7 · 08-11-2012, 10:58 PM

What happen to INTERCOURSE, PA.?

rockin'robin · 08-12-2012, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolling7

What happen to INTERCOURSE, PA.?

Ran out of Viagra!

caz12 · 08-12-2012, 02:00 PM

we got place in kent uk called 'prats bottom'listening olympic yesterday the walking race one of the medal walkers married another medal walker and they live in a town australia called walkerville

rolling7 · 08-12-2012, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockin'robin

Ran out of Viagra!

You are the best

**saywhatkid** · 08-12-2012, 02:09 PM

What about Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?

DeafTim · 08-12-2012, 10:18 PM

soulchill · 08-13-2012, 12:21 AM

Them Toad Suckers

How 'bout them toad suckers, ain't they clods?
Sittin' there suckin' them green toady frogs!

Suckin' them hop toads, suckin' them chunkers,
Suckin' them a leapy type, suckin' them flunkers.

Look at them toad suckers, ain't they snappy?
Suckin' them bog frogs sure make's 'em happy!

Them hugger mugger toad suckers, way down south,
Stickin' them sucky toads in they mouth!

How to be a toad sucker, no way to duck it,
Get yourself a toad, rear back, and suck it!
-- Mason Williams

rockin'robin · 08-13-2012, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soulchill

Them Toad Suckers

How 'bout them toad suckers, ain't they clods?
Sittin' there suckin' them green toady frogs!

Suckin' them hop toads, suckin' them chunkers,
Suckin' them a leapy type, suckin' them flunkers.

Look at them toad suckers, ain't they snappy?
Suckin' them bog frogs sure make's 'em happy!

Them hugger mugger toad suckers, way down south,
Stickin' them sucky toads in they mouth!

How to be a toad sucker, no way to duck it,
Get yourself a toad, rear back, and suck it!
-- Mason Williams

ummmm....

...sorta' catchy....

LK · 08-13-2012, 05:39 PM

My favorites are What Cheer, Iowa, and Preemption, IL. Yeah, not Redemption, or Salvation: Preemption. So you were GOING to sin and go to hell, and then the town changed your mind?

purplecatty · 08-19-2012, 05:54 PM

Seriously, If you go to Cape Cod, you'll find several town name after funny name, like Shakeopee, Mashpee, Sandwich ect. Those who live in east coast would know it.

There are more towns in USA have funny names. Some tiny town in Kansas have funny name too. I ever wonder if someone sending letter to or provide address where they live, would it be embarrassing or what? or complicate their application process??

Catty

purplecatty · 08-19-2012, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockin'robin

A new poll across seven English-speaking countries has chosen Toad Suck, Arkansas, as having the "most unfortunate" town name in the United States.

Toad Suck, an unincorporated community in Perry County, took top dishonors, edging out Climax, Georgia, and Boring, Oregon.

The poll was conducted by the genealogy site Findmypast.com, and polled respondents in the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

"Some people are disconcerted to learn that their forebears came from somewhere called Toad Suck, Roachtown or Monkey's Eyebrow," said Josh Taylor, genealogist and spokesperson for the site, in a press release.

Toad Suck reportedly takes its name from a once popular drinking location for boaters on the Arkansas River. The toadsuck.org site explains in more detail, "While they waited, they refreshed themselves at the local tavern there, to the dismay of the folks living nearby, who said: 'They suck on the bottle 'til they swell up like toads.' Hence, the name Toad Suck."

Interestingly, Climax's unique name isn't its only claim to fame. It's also home to the annual "Swine Time" festival.

The Top 10:

1. Toad Suck, Ark.
2. Climax, Ga.
3. Boring, Ore.
4. Hooker, Okla.
5. Assawoman, Md.
6. Belchertown, Mass.
7. Roachtown, Ill.
8. Loveladies, N.J.
9. Squabbletown, Calif.
10. Monkey's Eyebrow, Ky.

"I maybe expected Squabbletown to rank higher," Taylor said.

Toad Suck, Arkansas, voted

Kansas have tiny town, Climax too..

Catty

dereksbicycles · 08-20-2012, 05:56 AM

There is a Sandwich, IL!!!

Would be curious to visit Roachtown and Preemption. Looks like interesting names.

I'm sure people reading applications would love to get a good laugh out of all this

.

soulchill · 08-20-2012, 07:42 AM

I've always thought that Hurt, VA was an interesting name. Driving along the highway and seeing signs like "Hurt Next 2 Exits."

purplecatty · 08-20-2012, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soulchill

I've always thought that Hurt, VA was an interesting name. Driving along the highway and seeing signs like "Hurt Next 2 Exits."

08-08-2012, 07:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
rockin'robin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 15,659	Toad Suck, Arkansas, voted ‘most unfortunate’ town name A new poll across seven English-speaking countries has chosen Toad Suck, Arkansas, as having the "most unfortunate" town name in the United States. Toad Suck, an unincorporated community in Perry County, took top dishonors, edging out Climax, Georgia, and Boring, Oregon. The poll was conducted by the genealogy site Findmypast.com, and polled respondents in the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. "Some people are disconcerted to learn that their forebears came from somewhere called Toad Suck, Roachtown or Monkey's Eyebrow," said Josh Taylor, genealogist and spokesperson for the site, in a press release. Toad Suck reportedly takes its name from a once popular drinking location for boaters on the Arkansas River. The toadsuck.org site explains in more detail, "While they waited, they refreshed themselves at the local tavern there, to the dismay of the folks living nearby, who said: 'They suck on the bottle 'til they swell up like toads.' Hence, the name Toad Suck." Interestingly, Climax's unique name isn't its only claim to fame. It's also home to the annual "Swine Time" festival. The Top 10: 1. Toad Suck, Ark. 2. Climax, Ga. 3. Boring, Ore. 4. Hooker, Okla. 5. Assawoman, Md. 6. Belchertown, Mass. 7. Roachtown, Ill. 8. Loveladies, N.J. 9. Squabbletown, Calif. 10. Monkey's Eyebrow, Ky. "I maybe expected Squabbletown to rank higher," Taylor said. Toad Suck, Arkansas, voted

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caz12 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 3,024	we got place in kent uk called 'prats bottom'listening olympic yesterday the walking race one of the medal walkers married another medal walker and they live in a town australia called walkerville

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soulchill Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 612	Them Toad Suckers How 'bout them toad suckers, ain't they clods? Sittin' there suckin' them green toady frogs! Suckin' them hop toads, suckin' them chunkers, Suckin' them a leapy type, suckin' them flunkers. Look at them toad suckers, ain't they snappy? Suckin' them bog frogs sure make's 'em happy! Them hugger mugger toad suckers, way down south, Stickin' them sucky toads in they mouth! How to be a toad sucker, no way to duck it, Get yourself a toad, rear back, and suck it! -- Mason Williams

08-13-2012, 05:39 PM	#11 (permalink)
LK Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 40	My favorites are What Cheer, Iowa, and Preemption, IL. Yeah, not Redemption, or Salvation: Preemption. So you were GOING to sin and go to hell, and then the town changed your mind?

08-19-2012, 05:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
purplecatty Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Center of the USA Posts: 3,620	Seriously, If you go to Cape Cod, you'll find several town name after funny name, like Shakeopee, Mashpee, Sandwich ect. Those who live in east coast would know it. There are more towns in USA have funny names. Some tiny town in Kansas have funny name too. I ever wonder if someone sending letter to or provide address where they live, would it be embarrassing or what? or complicate their application process?? Catty

08-20-2012, 05:56 AM	#14 (permalink)
dereksbicycles Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: 60202 Posts: 3,932	There is a Sandwich, IL!!! Would be curious to visit Roachtown and Preemption. Looks like interesting names. I'm sure people reading applications would love to get a good laugh out of all this .

08-20-2012, 07:42 AM	#15 (permalink)
soulchill Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 612	I've always thought that Hurt, VA was an interesting name. Driving along the highway and seeing signs like "Hurt Next 2 Exits."