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Mississippi · State Nickname Quiz

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

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Mississippi's state nickname

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

Why "Magnolia State"?

"Magnolia 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
MS
Capital
Jackson
Largest city
Jackson
Region
South
Admitted to Union
1817
Nickname
Magnolia State
Electoral votes
6
Bordering states
Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Tennessee

Other Mississippi games

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

More about Mississippi

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

Frequently asked

What is Mississippi's nickname?

Magnolia State

Is this game free?

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

Can I play other Mississippi quizzes?

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