Atlanta
North America, United States
United States
People from Atlanta are called:
Male/General:
Atlantan
Pronunciation:
/ætˈlæntən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after the Western and Atlantic Railroad; derived from 'Atlantic'.
About Atlanta
- Capital city of Georgia since 1868.
- Major transportation hub and economic center of the Southeast.
- Known as the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement.
- Home to the world's busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 498,715 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America