Gatorade got its name from the University of Florida's athletic teams, the Florida Gators. In the 1960s, researchers at the university developed a drink to help the football team stay hydrated during games in the hot, humid weather of Florida. The drink was initially known as "Gatorade," a combination of the university's name and "ade" for its similarity to other sports beverages like lemonade or limeade. So, the name Gatorade originated from its close association with the Florida Gators and the university's involvement in developing the drink.
