Fala, Selnica ob Dravi

Fala () is a settlement on the Drava River in Slovenia. The settlement on the left bank of the river belongs to the Municipality of Selnica ob Dravi and the remainder of the settlement on the right bank of the river belongs to the Municipality of Ruše.
Name.
Fala was mentioned in written sources in 1245 as "in domo Volmari" (and as "de Valle" in 1279, "Vall" and "Valle" in 1289, and "Fall" in 1495). The name is of unclear origin, although the initial "F-" indicates a German origin. It could be derived from Old High German "falo" 'yellowish' (referring to soil or water color) or from "valle" 'trap' (referring to hunting activity). Derivation from Latin "vallis" 'valley' is unlikely because the area was not under Romance influence.
History.
The settlement was historically a property of Fala Castle, on the opposite side of the river.
Notable people.
Notable people that were born or lived in Fala include: