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Maryland · State Nickname Quiz

Launch the State Nickname Quiz mini-game with Maryland as the first prompt. Quick facts and links below.

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Maryland's state nickname

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Maryland's nickname is "Old Line State". This page launches the State Nicknames quiz with Maryland in rotation — match the nickname to the state.

Why "Old Line State"?

"Old Line State" was adopted as the official nickname based on a defining feature of the state — its geography, its history, or a notable plant/animal/symbol.

Quick facts

USPS code
MD
Capital
Annapolis
Largest city
Baltimore
Region
Northeast
Admitted to Union
1788
Nickname
Old Line State
Electoral votes
10
Bordering states
Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia

Other Maryland games

→ Maryland · Place the State→ Maryland · State Capitals Quiz→ Maryland · USPS Abbreviation→ Maryland · State Flag Quiz

More about Maryland

→ Maryland state page → Learn the 50 US states → All US states games

Frequently asked

What is Maryland's nickname?

Old Line State

Is this game free?

Yes — 100% free, no signup, no ads. Just play.

Can I play other Maryland quizzes?

Yes — see the sibling games above. Maryland appears in every Statedoku mini-game.