People from Washington are called Washingtonian.
Washingtonian
/ˌwɒʃɪŋˈtoʊniən/
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Named after George Washington, first President of the United States.
The area's rich history is reflected in the remarkable people connected to it.
Seattle, Washington
Co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world's most prominent philanthropists.
Albuquerque, NM (Based in Seattle, WA)
Founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, who revolutionized e-commerce and space exploration.
Seattle, Washington
Legendary rock guitarist and singer, widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians in history.
Aberdeen, Washington
Lead singer and guitarist of Nirvana, a central figure in the 1990s grunge movement.
Tacoma, Washington
Iconic singer and actor, one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century.
Walla Walla, Washington
Actor best known for his portrayal of Batman in the 1960s television series.
Tacoma, Washington
Science fiction author best known for his epic 'Dune' series.
Port Angeles, Washington
Hall of Fame NFL quarterback who led the Denver Broncos to two Super Bowl victories.
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