Kansas
North America, United States
United States
People from Kansas are called:
Male/General:
Kansan
Pronunciation:
/ˈkænzən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after the Kansa (Kaw) Native American tribe; often interpreted as 'people of the south wind'.
About Kansas
- Capital city: Topeka.
- Major producer of wheat and sorghum.
- Central role in pre-Civil War 'Bleeding Kansas' conflicts.
- Admitted as the 34th state in 1861.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 2,950,000 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America