Sault Ste. Marie means the Rapids of the St. Mary's in French. There are several places that share this name, all centered around the rapids in the river that drains Lake Superior.
- St. Mary's River, Ontario describes the site and the lock system.
- Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario is a Canadian city at the rapids.
- Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is a U.S. city at the rapids.