Kentucky
North America, United States
United States
People from Kentucky are called:
Male/General:
Kentuckian
Pronunciation:
/kənˈtʌkiən/
Etymology & Origin
Likely from an Iroquoian word meaning 'meadowland' or 'land of tomorrow'.
About Kentucky
- Capital city: Frankfort.
- Renowned for horse racing (Kentucky Derby) and bourbon production.
- Features Appalachian and Bluegrass regions.
- Admitted as the 15th state in 1792.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 4,530,000 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America