Oklahoma City
North America, United States
United States
People from Oklahoma City are called:
Male/General:
Oklahoma Citian
Pronunciation:
/ˌoʊkləˈhoʊmə ˈsɪtiən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after the state of Oklahoma, which comes from Choctaw words meaning 'red people'.
About Oklahoma City
- Capital and largest city of Oklahoma since 1910.
- Located in the center of the state in the Great Plains region.
- Major center for oil, natural gas, and agriculture.
- Known for its cowboy culture and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 695,724 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America