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The name "Kentucky" is derived from the Iroquois word "Kentahten," which means "land of tomorrow" or "meadow land." The name was popularized in the late 17th century as European settlers began to explore and settle in the region. It became widely recognized as the name of the area, eventually leading to its designation as a state in 1792.
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What state has a capital named Kentucky?
No state capital is named Kentucky. Kentucky is a state; its capital is Frankfort.
Why is Kentucky Lake named after Kentucky if it is not in Kentucky?
It is in Kentucky (and Tennessee), plus the dam which impounds it is called Kentucky Dam.
Was Kentucky named after a man named ken tucky?
The origin of Kentucky's name has never been definitively identified, but it was definitely not named for a man named Ken Tucky.
Who was Kentucky named after?
No person.
Are there cities in the US and Europe named Kentucky?
No, there is only one Kentucky.
What was the pioneer settlement in Kentucky named after Daniel Boone?
Boonesborough, Kentucky
Which Kentucky county is named from a neighboring state?
Henry County in Kentucky is named after Patrick Henry, who was the governor of Virginia, Kentucky's neighboring state. Henry County was officially formed in 1798.
Is Philadelphia in Kentucky?
No. there are cities named Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, Tennessee‎, and Mississippi, but none in Kentucky.
How many cities are named paducah?
The "Paducah (disambiguation)" page of Wikipedia lists two, a city in Kentucky and a town in Texas named after the city in Kentucky.
Who was Vanceburg Kentucky named for?
The community was named for a founder, Joseph Calvin Vance.
Who was the winner of the 1909 Kentucky Derby?
A horse named Wintergreen was the winner of the 1909 Kentucky Derby.
What breed is from Kentucky and is named after a piece of tack?
Saddlebred
