What Are People From Naples Called?

Name: Naples
Address: Southern Europe, Italy

Southern Europe, Italy

Italy

People from Naples are called:

People from Naples are called Neapolitan.

Demonym:

Neapolitan

Pronunciation:

/niəˈpɒlɪtən/

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About Naples

Third largest city in Italy and capital of the Campania region.
Historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 2,800 years of history.
Birthplace of pizza and known for its rich culinary traditions.
Located on the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius nearby.
Important cultural center with beautiful baroque churches and vibrant street life.

Quick Facts

Population:: 914,758 (2024 est.)
Country:: Italy
Region:: Southern Europe

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Etymology & Origin

From Greek 'Neapolis', meaning 'new city', founded by Greek settlers in the 6th century BC.

Nearby Places

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Rome

189 km northwest

People are called:

Roman

Florence

426 km north

People are called:

Florentine

Milan

660 km north

People are called:

Milanese

Quick Facts

Population:: 914,758 (2024 est.)
Country:: Italy
Region:: Southern Europe

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