State Symbols Guide

Kentucky

The South State • Official symbols, facts, and history.

Abbreviation
KY
Capital
Frankfort
Population
4,505,836
Statehood
1792
Region
South
Symbols
1
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Official State Symbols

Northern Cardinal
State Bird

Northern Cardinal

Adopted 1926

Cardinalis cardinalis

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Kentucky
Abbreviation
KY
Capital City
Frankfort
Population
4,505,836
Statehood Date
June 1, 1792
Region
South
Number of Symbols
1

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