Pennsylvania
North America, United States
United States
People from Pennsylvania are called:
Male/General:
Pennsylvanian
Pronunciation:
/ˌpɛnsəlˈveɪniən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after Admiral William Penn (father of founder William Penn) plus Latin 'Sylvania' (forest land).
About Pennsylvania
- Capital city: Harrisburg.
- Historic sites in Philadelphia central to U.S. founding.
- Economy includes energy, manufacturing, and healthcare.
- Admitted as the 2nd state in 1787.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 12,990,000 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America