Vivalia, Indiana
Vivalia is an unincorporated community in Parke and Putnam counties, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
History
A post office was established at Vivalia in 1882, and remained in operation until 1905. According to Ronald L. Baker, the origin of the name Vivalia is obscure.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Vivalia, Indiana
- ^ "Putnam County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved September 30, 2015.
- ^ Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 335. ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
...appears to be a unique place name in the United States.