I refer you to post #18 my friend. Amid different versions of the truth (not 'The Truth', thankfully) being found, I'm choosing the one that suits me best.
Interesting!
I believe that I will stick with the information provided by Google for now (despite there being some conflicting answers) mostly as no-one seems to be all that sure but also the fact doesn't work if I agree with you.
Interesting fact about Pineapple #2
English is the only language where it is not referred to (or pronounced) as either ananas or a varation of it.
Can't imagine why other nations see us as being awkward!