Muchinga got it's name from the

Muchinga Escarpment, a prominent geographical feature in the region. The escarpment runs through the eastern part of Zambia, including the Muchinga Province, and was named after a local chief who ruled in the area. The name "Muchinga" is believed to mean "place of abundance" or "land of plenty" in the local language, reflecting the fertile lands and natural resources found in the region.