Huntington was named by Captain Elias Murray, a member of the legislature.

Samuel Huntington is also known for being the third governor of Connecticut and the seventh president of the Continental Congress.

Being a delegate to the Second Continental Congress, Huntington took part in voting for and signing the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation.

The city of Huntington was first established by a group of pioneers, most notably Captain Elias Murray.

[6] A small number of books have been published about the history of Huntington County, the first being History of Huntington County, Indiana originally published by Brant & Fuller.

In addition to the Wabash River cutting through Huntington (see Forks of the Wabash), this newly opened trade route accelerated the population and economic growth in Huntington.

Of all households 30.4% were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The main religion is Roman Catholic, with around 42% of the city attending masses.

Of all households 29.0% were made up of individuals, and 12.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The elementary schools include Flint Springs, Horace Mann, Lincoln, Roanoke, and Salamonie.