State Symbols Guide

Maryland

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

Abbreviation
MD
Capital
Annapolis
Population
6,177,224
Statehood
1788
Region
South
Symbols
1
Maryland flag

Official State Symbols

Baltimore Oriole
State Bird

Baltimore Oriole

Adopted 1947

Icterus galbula

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Maryland
Abbreviation
MD
Capital City
Annapolis
Population
6,177,224
Statehood Date
April 28, 1788
Region
South
Number of Symbols
1

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