How did elko get its name?

Elko, Nevada, got its name from the nearby Elko Creek, which was named by early settlers in the area. The name "Elko" is believed to be derived from the Shoshone Word for "elk," reflecting the region's wildlife. The town was officially established in the 1860s as a railroad town, and its name was adopted when the Central Pacific Railroad built a station there. Over time, Elko grew into a significant mining and transportation hub in northeastern Nevada.