Is limerick named after the poem Limericks?

The poem form known as limericks is believed to have originated in Ireland, particularly in the county of Limerick, where it is thought to have developed from a local tradition of humorous and rhymed verse. The name "limerick" is therefore derived from the place of its presumed origin, rather than the poem giving its name to the city. The earliest known written examples of limericks date back to the early 19th century, and the form gained popularity in the latter part of the 19th century.