londonist.com Liverpool Street The station dates back to 1864 and takes its name from the local road. This itself was only named in 1827, in honour of Prime Minister Lord Liverpool. If we trace further back, the PM's title obviously comes …

londonist.com King's Cross This one's well documented. The area was originally called Battle Bridge, but gradually became known by its modern name following the installation of a monument to George IV in 1830. The monument was unpopular an…