demonym

[ dem-uh-nim ]

noun

1. the name used for the people who live in a particular country, state, or other locality:

   Two demonyms for the residents of Michigan are Michigander and Michiganian.

Word History and Origins

Origin of demonym¹

First recorded in 1995–2000; dem(o)- + -onym

Example Sentences

There may be grammatical and linguistic rules for demonyms, but they aren’t always hard and fast.

From Popular-Science

If you don’t want to step on anybody’s toes, it’s important to know what demonyms are and how to use them.

From Popular-Science