South Carolina

North America, United States
United States

People from South Carolina are called:

Male/General:

South Carolinian

Pronunciation:

/ˌsaʊθ kærəˈlaɪniən/

Quick Facts

Population:
5,380,000 (2024 est.)
Country:
United States
Region:
North America

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Etymology & Origin

Named in honor of King Charles I (Latin 'Carolus').

Notable People Associated with South Carolina

Numerous individuals with ties to this area have shaped culture, politics, and society.

Actor

Chadwick Boseman

Anderson, South Carolina

Actor known for his portrayal of T'Challa / Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Film acting
Chris Rock

Andrews, South Carolina

Comedian, actor, and director known for his stand-up comedy and work on 'Saturday Night Live'.

Comedy and acting

Musician

Darius Rucker

Charleston, South Carolina

Lead singer of Hootie & the Blowfish who later became a successful solo country music artist.

Music
James Brown

Barnwell, South Carolina

The 'Godfather of Soul', a central figure in the development of funk and soul music.

Soul and funk music

Athlete

Kevin Garnett

Greenville, South Carolina

NBA Hall of Fame power forward known for his intensity and defensive prowess.

Professional basketball
Althea Gibson

Silver, South Carolina

The first African American to win a Grand Slam title in tennis.

Tennis

Politics

Nikki Haley

Bamberg, South Carolina

Former Governor of South Carolina and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.

Politics and diplomacy

Artist

Jasper Johns

Augusta, Georgia (raised in South Carolina)

Influential painter, sculptor, and printmaker whose work is associated with abstract expressionism and pop art.

Contemporary art

About South Carolina

  • Capital city: Columbia.
  • Historic port city of Charleston is a cultural center.
  • Economy includes manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture.
  • Admitted as the 8th state in 1788.

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