What Are People From Denver Called?

North America, United States

The demonym for people from Denver is:

Denverite

Pronunciation:

/ˈdɛnvəraɪt/

Ends in -ite — see how this suffix works

Union Station in Denver in the Evening
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About Denver

Denver is the capital of Colorado and sits on the high plains just east of the Rocky Mountains, at an elevation of 5,280 feet, which gives it the nickname the 'Mile High City'. Founded in 1858 during the Colorado Gold Rush and named for James W. Denver, the governor of the Kansas Territory, the city became the state capital in 1867 and has remained the center of Colorado government. Denver is the gateway to the Rocky Mountains, and residents and visitors alike use it as a base for hiking, skiing, and mountain biking. The city's economy draws on aerospace, energy, and technology, and its downtown, cultural districts, and food scene have grown steadily in recent decades. Denver combines big-city amenities with easy access to some of the most dramatic alpine scenery in North America.

Quick Facts about Denver
Population:
715,522 (2024 est.)
Country:
United States
Region:
North America

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Etymology of the Denver Demonym

Named after James W. Denver, the governor of the Kansas Territory at the time of the city's founding in 1858.

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