Nevadan
/nəˈvædən/
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The name Nevada is Spanish for "snowy," referring to the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains along the state's western border. The term was first used by Spanish explorers and later adopted for the territory.
Nevada became the 36th state on October 31, 1864, during the Civil War. The demonym Nevadan is formed by adding -an to the state name.
Nevadans and those associated with this region have made significant contributions to the world.
Las Vegas, Nevada
A former world No. 1 tennis player and eight-time Grand Slam champion who is considered one of the greatest of all time.
Las Vegas, Nevada
A Major League Baseball star and two-time National League MVP.
Henderson, Nevada
The lead singer and keyboardist of the rock band The Killers.
Brooklyn, New York (Raised in Las Vegas, Nevada)
A television host, comedian, and writer who is the host and executive producer of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
Las Vegas, Nevada
An actor, director, and fashion model best known for his role as Dr. Spencer Reid on 'Criminal Minds.'
Searchlight, Nevada
A politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Nevada and as the Senate Majority Leader.
Ely, Nevada
The wife of President Richard Nixon and the First Lady of the United States from 1969 to 1974.
New Haven, Connecticut (Lived in Las Vegas, Nevada)
A real estate developer and art collector who played a pivotal role in the expansion of the Las Vegas Strip.
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