Is there another city named Paris?

More Than One Paris?

When you hear "Paris," your mind likely drifts to the Eiffel Tower, croissants, and the Seine. But believe it or not, the City of Light isn’t the only Paris in the world. In fact, there are around 40 cities across the globe that share its name — 22 of them right here in the United States.

From Paris, Texas — known for its giant Eiffel Tower replica and a quirky “Paris Howdy” sign — to Paris, Tennessee, and even Paris, Idaho (a tiny town with a big-name legacy), these American Parises often carry a touch of French flair, whether in name alone or through local celebrations of French culture.

Outside the U.S., you’ll find smaller communities named Paris in Canada, the Philippines, and even Australia. Some were named in honor of Paris, France, during waves of European influence; others were christened by settlers nostalgic for romance, history, or simply the sound of the name.

Interestingly, the name’s popularity in the U.S. surged in the 19th century, a time when naming towns after European cities was a way to lend them sophistication or attract settlers. Paris, Arkansas, for example, tried to lean into the association with a local replica of the Arc de Triomphe — albeit built from concrete and rebar.

So while only one Paris boasts the Louvre and the Latin Quarter, the name still echoes worldwide — a blend of aspiration, imitation, and small-town charm. Next time you hear “Paris,” it might not be a flight across the Atlantic you need, but a road trip through Middle America.

And yes — love may be in the air, even if it’s spelled the same in a dozen states.