Cambridge

Name: Cambridge
Address: Western Europe, United Kingdom

Western Europe, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

People from Cambridge are called:

Male/General:

Cantabrigian

Pronunciation:

/ˌkæntəˈbrɪdʒiən/

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Population:: 145,818 (2024 est.)
Country:: United Kingdom
Region:: Western Europe

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Etymology & Origin

From 'Cantabrigia', the medieval Latin name for Cambridge. The city's name comes from 'Grantabrycge' (bridge over the River Granta) in Old English.

About Cambridge

Historic university city in eastern England on the River Cam.
Home to the University of Cambridge, founded in 1209, one of the world's oldest universities.
Known for its collegiate architecture, punting on the River Cam, and academic heritage.
Major center for scientific research and technology companies in 'Silicon Fen'.
Important contributions to science, mathematics, and literature throughout history.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

London

80 km south

People are called:

Londoner

Oxford

129 km southwest

People are called:

Oxonian

Norwich

103 km northeast

People are called:

Norvician

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Population:: 145,818 (2024 est.)
Country:: United Kingdom
Region:: Western Europe

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