Why was Vienna named Vienna?

Vienna, originally known as Vindobona, was renamed "Vienna" in the 12th century by the Babenberg dynasty. The name "Vienna" is based on the Latin term "Vindobona", which was the name of a Celtic settlement in the area. The reasons for the change of name from Vindobona to Vienna are not entirely clear, but there are several theories:

- Vindobona was a Celtic name, and the Babenbergs, being of Germanic origin, may have wanted to replace the Celtic name with one that was more Germanic.

- Vienna was derived from the Latin word "venio", meaning "to come", and may have referred to the city's role as a crossroads for trade and travel in the region.

- Another theory suggests that the name Vienna may have originated from a Slavic word meaning "white" or "pure", referencing the appearance of the city.

- The name "Vienna" might also have been derived from the name of the Vindobona River (now known as the Wien River), which flows through the city.