New Englanders

New Englanders
Yankees
Flag of New England
Total population
14,810,001[1] (2017 est.)
Regions with significant populations
States of New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont
 Connecticut3,588,184[2]
 Maine1,335,907[3]
 Massachusetts6,859,819[4]
 New Hampshire1,342,795[5]
 Rhode Island1,059,639[6]
 Vermont623,657[7]
Languages
English (New England English),[8][9]
French (New England French)[10]
Religion
Predominantly Christianity (Roman Catholicism, Protestantism), Judaism, Irreligious
Related ethnic groups
Acadians,[11] New England Planters[12]

New Englanders, also called Yankees, are the inhabitants of the New England region in the Northeastern United States. Beginning with the New England Colonies, the name "New Englander" refers to those who live in the six New England states or those with cultural or family ties to the region. The region was originally inhabited by Algonquin Indigenous peoples, including the Abenakis, Mi'kmaq, Penobscot, Pequots, Mohegans, Narragansetts, Pocumtucks, and Wampanoag.[13] The region was first settled by European colonists from the Mayflower as part of the Plymouth Company in 1620. The region has seen many different waves of immigration since 1620, creating a unique and diverse culture. New Englanders have played a prominent role in the colonial and modern history of the United States, from political dynasties[14] to influential artists and writers.[15] Famous for their distinct dialect and attitude,[16][17] New Englanders hold a strong regional identity and a distinct history and culture within the United States.

  1. ^ a b "Resident Population in the New England Census Division".
  2. ^ "U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Connecticut; United States". Census.gov. Retrieved 2022-07-20.
  3. ^ "U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Maine; United States". Census.gov. Retrieved 2022-07-20.
  4. ^ "U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Massachusetts; United States". Census.gov. Retrieved 2022-07-20.
  5. ^ "U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: New Hampshire; United States". Census.gov. Retrieved 2022-07-20.
  6. ^ "U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Rhode Island; United States". Census.gov. Retrieved 2022-07-20.
  7. ^ "U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Vermont; United States". Census.gov. Retrieved 2022-07-20.
  8. ^ Labov (2006), p. 148.
  9. ^ Boberg (2001), pp. 24–5.
  10. ^ Ammon, Ulrich; International Sociological Association (1989). Status and Function of Languages and Language Varieties. Walter de Gruyter. pp. 306–308. ISBN 0899253563. Retrieved April 3, 2012.
  11. ^ Author Index (2014-08-04). "Acadian Heritage | 'Nous Sommes Encore Ici' - New England Today". Newengland.com. Retrieved 2022-07-20. {{cite web}}: |author= has generic name (help)
  12. ^ Gwyn, Julian (2010). Planter Nova Scotia 1760-1815: Falmouth Township. Wolfville: Kings-Hants Heritage Connection. p. 17.
  13. ^ "New England Native American Groups | National Geographic Society". education.nationalgeographic.org. Retrieved 2022-07-17.
  14. ^ "People & Events: Boston Brahmins". PBS. PBS Online. Retrieved 29 November 2015.
  15. ^ Gates, David (June 29, 2006). "Destination: New England". Salon. Retrieved April 4, 2016.
  16. ^ "New Englanders not standoffish, just polite, says Yankee editor". Telegram.com. 2008-10-30. Retrieved 2022-07-20.
  17. ^ Hull, Sarah (2012-12-20). The Rough Guide to New England. ISBN 9781409359715.