John Chapman is commonly known as Johnny Appleseed, a famous American pioneer and nurseryman who introduced apple trees to certain states and territories in the United States during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Other synonyms for John Chapman include the Apple Man, Johnny Appleseed Bum, Johnny Appleseed Dandy, and Johnny Appleseed Johnny. Chapman gained a reputation for being a kind and generous person, who would often give apple trees to settlers traveling westward. Due to his unique hairstyle and clothing, he gained a reputation as an eccentric, which has further heightened his fame even long after his death.