Lincoln

North America, United States
United States

People from Lincoln are called:

Male/General:

Lincolnite

Pronunciation:

/ˈlɪŋkənaɪt/

Quick Facts

Population:
291,082 (2024 est.)
Country:
United States
Region:
North America

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Etymology & Origin

Named after Abraham Lincoln, sixteenth President of the United States.

About Lincoln

  • Capital city of Nebraska since 1867.
  • Home to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
  • Located in the southeastern part of Nebraska.
  • Major center for agriculture, education, and government.

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