Columbia
North America, United States
United States
People from Columbia are called:
Male/General:
Columbian
Pronunciation:
/kəˈlʌmbiən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after Christopher Columbus, Italian explorer.
About Columbia
- Capital and second-largest city of South Carolina since 1786.
- Located in the center of the state at the confluence of the Broad and Saluda rivers.
- Home to the University of South Carolina.
- Important center for government, education, and business in the state.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 136,632 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America