Indianapolis
North America, United States
United States
People from Indianapolis are called:
Male/General:
Indianapolitan
Pronunciation:
/ˌɪndiəˈnæpəlɪtən/
Etymology & Origin
Combination of 'Indiana' and the Greek word 'polis' meaning city; literally 'Indiana City'.
About Indianapolis
- Capital city of Indiana since 1825.
- Known as the 'Racing Capital of the World' for the Indianapolis 500.
- Major center for amateur sports and home to the NCAA headquarters.
- Crossroads of America with major interstate highways converging in the city.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 887,642 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America