25 Most Unusual Demonyms: The Weirdest Names for People From Places
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Wyomingite
/waɪˈoʊmɪŋaɪt/
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From Lenape 'xwé:wamənk' meaning 'at the big river flat', first applied to a valley in Pennsylvania.
This place has been connected to many influential figures throughout history.
Cody, Wyoming
Major figure in the abstract expressionist movement, known for his unique style of drip painting.
Lincoln, NE (Raised in Casper, WY)
46th Vice President of the United States and former U.S. Representative from Wyoming.
Le Claire, IA (Founded Cody, WY)
Iconic figure of the American Old West, scout, and showman who founded the town of Cody.
St. Joseph, MO (Governor of WY)
First female governor in United States history, serving as the 14th Governor of Wyoming.
Biloxi, MS (Lived in Kaycee, WY)
Country music singer-songwriter and world champion rodeo bronc rider.
Green River, Wyoming
Legendary sports broadcaster known as the 'Voice of the Red Sox' and for 'The American Sportsman'.
Afton, Wyoming
Olympic gold medalist in Greco-Roman wrestling who famously defeated Aleksandr Karelin.
Casper, Wyoming
Student whose murder became a catalyst for hate crime legislation in the United States.
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