California
North America, United States
United States
People from California are called:
Male/General:
Californian
Pronunciation:
/ˌkælɪˈfɔːrniən/
Etymology & Origin
Originates from a 16th-century Spanish novel referring to a mythical island paradise called 'California'.
About California
- Capital city: Sacramento.
- Largest U.S. state by population.
- Home to Silicon Valley, Hollywood, and Yosemite National Park.
- Admitted as the 31st state in 1850.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 39,029,342 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America