Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every state's nickname. - Photo illustration by Stacker // Shutterstock Spokeo ...

Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every state's nickname.

Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every state's nickname.

Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every state's nickname.

Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every state's nickname.

The states' nicknames draw on everything from their natural landscapes and popular produce to historical facts and landmarks.

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Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every state's nickname.

Ever wondered how your state got its nickname? From breathtaking landscapes to historical legends, discover the fascinating stories behind every state's moniker.