New York Β· State Nickname Quiz
Launch the State Nickname Quiz mini-game with New York as the first prompt. Quick facts and links below.
New York's nickname is "Empire State". This page launches the State Nicknames quiz with New York in rotation β match the nickname to the state.
Why "Empire State"?
Attributed to George Washington who predicted New York would be the seat of an empire.
Quick facts
- USPS code
- NY
- Capital
- Albany
- Largest city
- New York City
- Region
- Northeast
- Admitted to Union
- 1788
- Nickname
- Empire State
- Electoral votes
- 28
- Bordering states
- Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Vermont
Other New York games
More about New York
Frequently asked
What is New York's nickname?
Empire State
Is this game free?
Yes β 100% free, no signup, no ads. Just play.
Can I play other New York quizzes?
Yes β see the sibling games above. New York appears in every Statedoku mini-game.