From the first in 1998, Google Doodles have come a long way to celebrate people, events and holidays. New Orleans and the ...

Despite its popularity in the modern lexicon, the word actually comes from the British insult “Yankee Doodle Dandy” from the 18th century, which was then abbreviated a hundred years later.

The term applies even if the word “doodle” isn’t in the name. Think “Yorkipoo,” a Yorkshire terrier-toy or miniature poodle mix, or Cockapoo, a cocker spaniel-typically miniature poodle mix.

The Google Doodle for Feb. 6, 2025 ... Its name originates from the Bambara word for okra, gombo," Google said. That depends on the chef. "There are many takes on gumbo recipes.