Pennsylvania Name Meaning & Origin
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Pennsylvania is a U.S. state named after the Latin 'Sylvania' meaning 'woodland' and 'Penn' after William Penn, the state's founder. The name Pennsylvania means 'Penn's woods.' It was established in 1681 and reflects the region's dense forests and William Penn's influence.
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Pennsylvanian (American) 85% -
Pennsylvanian (American) 10%
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Pennsylvanian (American) 5%
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Name Details
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Pennsylvania
Famous individuals associated with Pennsylvania include Benjamin Franklin, a founding father and scientist; Taylor Swift, a renowned singer-songwriter born in Pennsylvania; and Andrew Carnegie, a steel industry magnate and philanthropist.
Pennsylvania Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.