Columbus
North America, United States
United States
People from Columbus are called:
Male/General:
Columbusite
Pronunciation:
/kəˈlʌmbəsaɪt/
Etymology & Origin
Named after Christopher Columbus, Italian explorer.
About Columbus
- Capital and largest city of Ohio since 1816.
- Located in the center of the state at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers.
- Home to Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the United States.
- Major center for government, education, technology, and logistics.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 905,748 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America