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12 Things You Didn’t Realise Were Named the People Who Invented Them

Ever wondered how everyday objects got their names? Many are named after their inventors, some familiar, others might surprise you.

Ignacio ‘Nacho’ Anaya García Invented Nachos

Nachos, the popular snack of tortilla chips topped with cheese, was named after its creator, Ignacio 'Nacho' Anaya García. Invented at a restaurant in Piedras Negras, Mexico for some US military wives, it quickly gained worldwide popularity.

Burpees Aren’t Called That Because They Make You Burp

"Burpee", a full-body exercise, isn't related to burping. Named after Physiologist Royal H. Burpee, it was devised in 1939 and originally intended for fitness assessment, not frequent repetition.

Candido Jacuzzi Invented a Whirlpool Bath to Lessen His Son’s Pain

The Jacuzzi was created in the 1950s by Candido Jacuzzi as a hydrotherapy pump to help his son Kenneth's rheumatoid arthritis. Originally a therapeutic device, it became a leisure tool by 1968.

Adolphe Sax Invented a Brass Instrument for Military Bands

Antoine-Joseph "Adolphe" Sax crafted a remarkable musical instrument despite multiple life-threatening mishaps. The audacious Belgian also introduced saxtuba, saxhorn, and saxotromba.

Earl Tupper Put His Name on a Line of Kitchen and Storage Products

New Hampshire's Earl Tupper built his legacy with Tupperware, not typical DuPont products. He revolutionized food storage, teamed with salesperson Brownie Wise, and amassed a fortune.

The Popsicle Was Invented by an 11-Year-Old Who Became ‘Pop’

In 1905, Frank Epperson invented the Epsicle by accidentally freezing a mix of water and powdered sugar. It later became the Popsicle, inspired by his children calling it their Pop’s ‘sicle.

John Landis Mason Was a Pioneer in Preserving Food

The Mason jar, now a staple household item, was a major advancement in food preservation. John Landis Mason's invention faced imitation and financial struggles, despite its significance.

Joseph Pilates Developed a Mind-Body Exercise in an Internment Camp

During WWI, German-born Joseph Pilates (1883-1967) created his famed exercise method while interned in the U.K. As a fitness and healthcare worker, he married mind and body control techniques, creating “Contrology.” Post-war, it gained popularity as Pilates with a large following.

Ferris Jr. Invented His Wheel as Rival to the Eiffel Tower

George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. built the first Ferris wheel for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. It aimed to rival the Eiffel Tower but became the world's most famous ride instead.

Sylvester Graham Conceptualized His Crackers to Tame ‘Overstimulation’

Sylvester Graham (1794-1851), a proponent of the American temperance movement, advocated for a minimalist, natural lifestyle. He opposed self-indulgence and promoted health through restrictions on sex, alcohol, meat, and spicy foods, favoring whole wheat over white bread.

Rudolf Diesel Packed a Punch Into Vehicles

Rudolf Diesel, a famed German engineer, introduced a potent fuel in the late 1800s. Through creating an advanced engine and fuel system-now bearing his name-he sought to replace steam power, succeeding and enhancing fuel efficiency by 20-35%. In a twist of fate, Diesel disappeared on a steamship in 1913.

Jules Léotard Was Deceased When His Name Became a Uniform

The form-fitting outfit, known as 'maillot', was introduced by French acrobat Jules Léotard (1838-1870). This name gained popularity after his death in 1870 and became common language in the 1880s.

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