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Think you know all 50 state nicknames? This list may surprise you

They won’t all be as easy as The Sunshine State.

The official nicknames for residents of every state

Do you know what people from each state are called? Find out the official nicknames for the residents of each state—and the ...

Florida explained: Why Sunshine State nickname makes sense (and doesn't)

Florida has been called the Sunshine State and other nicknames related to its peninsula shape, tropical weather and ...
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Do you know where your state's nickname really comes from? See the origins for all 50 state nicknames.

The United States has a rich history spanning 250 years. The national motto "In God We Trust" dates back to the Civil War—although Congress didn't make it official until 1956. Each state's nickname, ...