Kentucky is the only state with rivers defining it’s borders on three sides. The Ohio River on the north, the Mississippi River on the west, and Big Sandy and Tug Fork Rivers on the east.
Kentucky is similar in size to Iceland.
Frankfort is the 4th smallest state capital, with only around 29,000 people.
There are several theories about the origin of the state’s name. Some believe it is derived from the Wyandotte word “kentahthe,” which means “land of tomorrow”, or the Iroquois word “kentake” which means “meadow land.”
The Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Shawnee were the original inhabitants of Kentucky. Today in Kentucky, indigenous people only represent about .2% of the population.
Reference:
Nick (2022, May 26). 90 Fun and Interesting Facts about Kentucky. Fun World Facts. www.funfacts.com/kentucky-america
