What Are People From Amsterdam Called?

Name: Amsterdam
Address: Western Europe, Netherlands

Western Europe, Netherlands

Netherlands

People from Amsterdam are called:

People from Amsterdam are called Amsterdammer.

Demonym:

Amsterdammer

Pronunciation:

/ˌæmstərˈdæmər/

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About Amsterdam

Capital and largest city of the Netherlands.
Known for its canals, museums, and liberal culture.
Major port city and financial center of Europe.
Famous for cycling culture, historic architecture, and cultural diversity.

Quick Facts

Population:: 921,402 (2024 est.)
Country:: Netherlands
Region:: Western Europe

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Etymology & Origin

From 'Amstelredamme', meaning 'dam on the river Amstel'.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Brussels

173 km south

People are called:

Brusselaar

Berlin

577 km east

People are called:

Berliner

Copenhagen

621 km northeast

People are called:

Copenhagener

Quick Facts

Population:: 921,402 (2024 est.)
Country:: Netherlands
Region:: Western Europe

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