Who knew? Dublin isn't named for the Irish city

[Bob Of Burleson]

Most of Dublin’s nearly 3,900 residents believe the connection to Ireland’s capital city is mythical and that the town is named after the early settler expression “doublin’ up” — circling covered wagons at night to defend against Plains attackers. ("Plains attackers," that's the politically correct term for "Injuns." )

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[planosteve]

Here I thought it was that they had a gamblin' casino and were always dublin down.

[Cowman52]

Once it was the Dublin Dirties, the drive in just west of town.

[Jami]

I find it odd that most of the residents don't believe the connection to Ireland because the city celebrates St. Patrick's Day.

[bodine]

I miss Dublin Dr. Pepper....

[crocmommy]

My husband is part Irish and was not impressed with the Irish Capital of Texas when we visited years ago.