How did these North Fulton cities get their names?

Does this sound familiar: Driving past the welcome sign of a familiar city or town and pondering, "Where the heck did that name come from?"

It’s OK. I do the same thing, especially considering I’m new to the region.

Luckily, I've discovered the origins of some notable cities in North Fulton (a few of these tidbits might surprise you.)

Alpharetta

Johns Creek

Milton

Roswell

Sandy Springs

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