Nashville International Airport could receive a new name connected with one of Tennessee's best known cultural figures, Dolly Parton.

A proposal involving Parton's name has attracted attention as Nashville continues to strengthen its identity as a major tourism and entertainment destination. The possible change would connect the airport more closely with one of the state's most recognizable personalities.

Nashville has become a major destination for travelers interested in music, entertainment, culture and events. The city attracts visitors from across the United States as well as international tourists, making its airport an important part of the region's tourism infrastructure.

The proposed naming change has also highlighted the role that well known cultural figures can play in destination branding. Airports and other major travel facilities can become part of a city's wider tourism identity when their names are closely associated with local culture.

The proposal comes as Nashville continues to build its reputation as an important tourism destination in the United States.