Wyoming

North America, United States
United States

People from Wyoming are called:

Male/General:

Wyomingite

Pronunciation:

/waɪˈoʊmɪŋaɪt/

Quick Facts

Population:
585,000 (2024 est.)
Country:
United States
Region:
North America

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Etymology & Origin

From Lenape 'xwé:wamənk' meaning 'at the big river flat', first applied to a valley in Pennsylvania.

Notable People Associated with Wyoming

This place has been connected to many influential figures throughout history.

Literature & Arts

Jackson Pollock

Cody, Wyoming

Major figure in the abstract expressionist movement, known for his unique style of drip painting.

Abstract Expressionism

Politics & Leadership

Dick Cheney

Lincoln, NE (Raised in Casper, WY)

46th Vice President of the United States and former U.S. Representative from Wyoming.

46th U.S. Vice President
Buffalo Bill Cody

Le Claire, IA (Founded Cody, WY)

Iconic figure of the American Old West, scout, and showman who founded the town of Cody.

Wild West Show
Nellie Tayloe Ross

St. Joseph, MO (Governor of WY)

First female governor in United States history, serving as the 14th Governor of Wyoming.

First female U.S. Governor

Music & Entertainment

Chris LeDoux

Biloxi, MS (Lived in Kaycee, WY)

Country music singer-songwriter and world champion rodeo bronc rider.

Rodeo and country music
Curt Gowdy

Green River, Wyoming

Legendary sports broadcaster known as the 'Voice of the Red Sox' and for 'The American Sportsman'.

Sports broadcasting excellence

Sports Legends

Rulon Gardner

Afton, Wyoming

Olympic gold medalist in Greco-Roman wrestling who famously defeated Aleksandr Karelin.

Olympic Gold in Wrestling

Civil Rights & Social Change

Matthew Shepard

Casper, Wyoming

Student whose murder became a catalyst for hate crime legislation in the United States.

Hate crime awareness and legislation

About Wyoming

  • Capital city: Cheyenne.
  • Home to Yellowstone (first U.S. national park) and Grand Teton.
  • Economy includes energy (coal, natural gas) and tourism.
  • Admitted as the 44th state in 1890.

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