In the 1890s, Buckhead was rechristened Atlanta Heights but by the 1920s it was again 'Buckhead'. By the late 1800s, Buckhead had become a rural vacation spot for wealthy Atlantans. Prior to this, the settlement was called Irbyville. The name 'Buckhead' comes from a story that Irby killed a large buck deer and placed the head in a prominent location.
Irby subsequently established a general store and tavern at the northwest corner of the intersection.
In 1838, Henry Irby purchased 202 1/2 acres surrounding the present intersection of Peachtree, Roswell, and West Paces Ferry roads from Daniel Johnson for $650.
