Spartanburg County
Spartanburg County and its county seat, the city of Spartanburg, were named for the Spartan Regiment, a local militia unit that fought in the Revolutionary War.
Richland County
Richland County was probably named for its "rich land." The county was formed in 1785 as part of the large Camden District.
Newberry County
The origin of the name Newberry is unknown. The county was formed in 1785 as a part of the Ninety Six District.
McCormick County
McCormick County and its county seat, the town of McCormick, were named for inventor Cyrus Hall McCormick (1809-1884).
Marlboro County
Marlboro County was named after John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722).
Lee County
Lee County was named for Confederate general Robert E. Lee (1807-1870).
Laurens County
Laurens County and its county seat, Laurens, were named for Revolutionary War leader Henry Laurens (1724-1792).
Lancaster County
Lancaster County and its county seat of Lancaster were named for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Kershaw County
Kershaw County was named for Joseph Kershaw (1727-1791), an early settler.
Jasper County
Jasper County was named for Revolutionary War hero Sergeant William Jasper (ca.1750-1779).
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