Charleston
North America, United States
United States
People from Charleston are called:
Male/General:
Charlestonian
Pronunciation:
/ˌtʃɑːrləˈstoʊniən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after Charles Clendenin, father of the city's founder.
About Charleston
- Capital and largest city of West Virginia since 1885.
- Located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers.
- Center of the state's government and chemical industry.
- Known for its role in the coal and natural gas industries.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 46,536 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America