developers often conduct historical research in order to craft a name for a modern development that connects to the local history of the community. Place name origins in Canada French, English, Latin and Gaelic derived names occur in Canada. There are also Indigenous place names. Place name origins in Australia Australian place names are mainly a mixture of Indigenous and British-derived toponyms. Place name origins in New Zealand New Zealand place names derive mostly from Maori and from British sources. The Maori named most of New Zealand's natural features. When Europeans began arriving in New Zealand from the 17th century they gave their own names to many geographical features and settlements, often after places in Britain or important settlers or famous British people. Recently there has been a movement to revive some Maori names. References External links