Amman

Name: Amman
Address: West Asia, Jordan

West Asia, Jordan

Jordan

People from Amman are called:

Male/General:

Ammani

Pronunciation:

/əˈmɑːn/

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Population:: 4,007,526 (2024 est.)
Country:: Jordan
Region:: West Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From ancient 'Ammon'. The demonym is 'Ammani'.

About Amman

Capital and largest city of Jordan.
Built on seven hills with ancient Roman ruins.
Home to the Roman Theatre and Citadel.
Modern, cosmopolitan city with traditional souqs.
Regional hub for business and expatriates.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Jerusalem

70 km west

People are called:

Jerusalemite

Damascus

110 km north

People are called:

Damascene

Riyadh

1,400 km south

People are called:

Riyadhi

Quick Facts

Population:: 4,007,526 (2024 est.)
Country:: Jordan
Region:: West Asia

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