According to HM Zainuddin notes in his book Tarich Aceh and Nusantara mention the origin of the name is derived Peureulak Peureulak Kayee trees are numerous in the area. This tree species is often used for shipbuilding or boat. As a result, the country was then known as the State Peureulak. Many travelers from abroad stopover in the port area and then call it Bandar Peureulak.
