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Hawkeye State

The nickname was adopted early in the state's history. First suggested by James G. Edwars as a tribute to indian leader Chief Black Hawk. Two Iowa promoters from Burlington are believed to have popularized the name.

Origin of Iowa State Name

Probably from an Indian word meaning "this is the place"or "the Beautiful Land”

 

The state of Iowa, originally a territory of Wisconsin west of the Mississippi River, was named after the Iowa River. The Iowa River was named after the Iowa Indians who lived in the territory. The tribal name "Ayuxwa" was spelled by the French as "Ayoua" and by the English as "Ioway." "Ayuxwa" means "one who puts to sleep."

Iowa Postal Code

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Iowa Resident's Name

Iowan

 

 
 
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