What Are People From Wyoming Called?

North America, United States

The demonym for people from Wyoming is:

Wyomingite

Pronunciation:

/waɪˈoʊmɪŋaɪt/

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About Wyoming

Cheyenne is the capital and largest city of Wyoming, located in the southeastern part of the state near the Colorado border. Wyoming was admitted to the Union on July 10, 1890, as the 44th state. The city was founded in 1867 along the Union Pacific Railroad and became the capital at statehood. Wyoming's economy is built on energy, including coal and natural gas, along with a growing tourism sector. The state is home to Yellowstone, the first U.S. national park, and Grand Teton National Park, which draw visitors from around the world. Cheyenne is also known for its Frontier Days rodeo and western heritage, traditions that remain central to the city's identity. The historic downtown, the Wyoming State Capitol, and nearby prairies give the city a distinctly Western character.

Quick Facts about Wyoming

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

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Etymology of the Wyoming Demonym

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

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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

Places near Wyoming

Other places in the region and their demonyms

north of Wyoming

People are called:

Montanan

south of Wyoming

People are called:

Coloradan

west of Wyoming

People are called:

Idahoan

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Quick Facts

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

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