State Names for Boys and Girls

Everyone has places with special significance to them. Think of the state where you grew up. It might make a great baby name. If you'd like your child to have a name with American history and patriotism, pick a U.S. state for his or her name. We love Georgia for a little girl and Washington for a little boy.

1. Carolina + North Carolina, the Tar Heel State, is the 12th state in the United States. Its capital is Raleigh. South Carolina, the Palmetto State, is the 8th state in the United States. Its capital is Columbia.
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2. Dakota + North Dakota, the Peace Garden State, is the 39th State in the United States. Its capital is Bismarck. South Dakota, the Mount Rushmore State, is the 40th state in the United States. Its capital is Pierre.
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3. Georgia + The Peach State is the 4th state in the United States. Its capital is Atlanta.
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4. Indiana + The Hoosier State is the 19th state in the United States. Its capital is Indianapolis.
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5. Jersey + New Jersey, the Garden State, is the 3rd state in the United States. Its capital is Trenton.
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6. Kansas The Sunflower State is the 34th state in the United States. Its capital is Topeka.
7. Louise + Louisiana, the Pelican State, is the 18th state in the United States. Its capital is Baton Rouge.
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8. Mary + Maryland, the Old Line State, is the 7th state in the United States. Its capital is Annapolis.
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9. Montana + The Treasure State is the 41st state in the United States. Its capital is Helena.
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10. Nevada + The Silver State is the 36th state in the United States. Its capital is Carson City.
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11. Virginia + The Old Dominion State is the 10th state in the United States. Its capital is Richmond.
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12. Washington + The Evergreen State is the 42nd state in the United States. Its capital is Olympia.
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