Names
As with the case of the forest surrounding it, Tolkien also gave the city several names:
| Name | Meaning | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Caras Galadhon | Fortress of Trees | Sindarin name used during the Third Age |
| Caras | Fortress | Shortened form of Caras Galadhon |
| Nelennas | The Gore | Ancient name of the City |
Outside of Lothlórien or any other Elven settlement, the Westron (Common Speech used by most Men and Hobbits during the Third Age) variant of Caras Galadhon, City of Trees, was also widely used amongst Men to talk about the city.
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