Olympia
North America, United States
United States
People from Olympia are called:
Male/General:
Olympian
Pronunciation:
/əˈlɪmpiən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after the Olympic Mountains, which were named after Mount Olympus in Greece.
About Olympia
- Capital city of Washington since 1853.
- Located at the southern end of Puget Sound.
- Known for its artesian water and microbrewing industry.
- Home to The Evergreen State College and numerous government offices.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 55,605 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America