What states have letter y?

Here’s a comprehensive list with the states that have the letter “Y” in their names:

1. Wyoming
2. New York
3. New Jersey
4. Maryland
5. Pennsylvania
6. Kentucky

1. Wyoming
   • Location: Western U.S.
   • Capital: Cheyenne
   • Notable Facts: Known for Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Tetons, and vast open spaces. It’s one of the least populous states.
2. New York
   • Location: Northeastern U.S.
   • Capital: Albany
   • Notable Facts: Famous for New York City, one of the world’s leading cultural, financial, and media hubs. The state is also home to Niagara Falls and the Adirondack Mountains.
3. New Jersey
   • Location: Northeastern U.S., bordering New York and Pennsylvania.
   • Capital: Trenton
   • Notable Facts: Known for its beaches along the Jersey Shore, as well as being a densely populated state with a mix of suburban and urban areas.
4. Maryland
   • Location: Mid-Atlantic region, bordering Delaware, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, and the Atlantic Ocean.
   • Capital: Annapolis
   • Notable Facts: Maryland is known for its historical significance, including the founding of the U.S. capital in nearby Washington, D.C., and for its prominent role in the Civil War.
5. Pennsylvania
   • Location: Northeastern U.S., bordered by New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, and Ohio.
   • Capital: Harrisburg
   • Notable Facts: Known for its historical sites (like Independence Hall in Philadelphia), Amish culture, and being the birthplace of the U.S. Constitution.
6. Kentucky
   • Location: Southeastern U.S.
   • Capital: Frankfort
   • Notable Facts: Famous for the Kentucky Derby, bourbon distilleries, the Appalachian Mountains, and the Mammoth Cave system (the longest cave system in the world).

Additional Notes:

Y’s Role: In all of these states, the letter “Y” serves as either the first letter (Wyoming), or is scattered within the state name (Kentucky and Maryland).