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According to the origins of state names, three states are named after women.
1.) Virginia - Named for Queen Elizabeth I of England, also known as the "Virgin Queen"
2.) West Virginia - This territory separated from Virginia to form a state so consequently is also named for a woman.
3.) Maryland - Named for Henrietta Maria of France.
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Which states were named after women?
Several American states are named after famous women. Virginia is named after Queen Elizabeth I (the Virgin Queen). Maryland is named after Mary, Queen of Scots, and North and South Carolina are named after Queen Caroline.
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