
Of course, all state names have vowels…
There are few words in the English dictionary without a vowel. Every state name contains at least two, and one state name actually begins with two vowels! Many contain a whole handful of vowels—for example, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, North Carolina, and West Virginia all have five. But would you recognize the name of a state if all the vowels were removed?—that’s the question. Roll up your sleeves and prepare to be challenged:

State #1
Only two letters. Do you know what state it is?
Answer: Utah

State #2
This state has four very common consonants. Can you name the one letter that’s not in any U.S. state name?
Answer: Illinois

State #3
This one is tricky, only one letter.
Answer: Iowa

State #4
Think about states that have a “z” in them. It’s a pretty odd-sounding word when you think about it. Here’s how all the states got their names.
Answer: Arizona

State #6
This one is easy. It’s a state that’s famous for having one of the dumbest state laws in America.
Answer: Mississippi

State #7
Hmmm, which state is this?
Answer: Idaho

State #8
This state’s name once meant “red island.” It’s interesting to hear how every state got its nickname. Can you guess it?
Answer: Rhode Island

State #9
A lot of states start with “M.” Do you know which one this is?
Answer: Michigan

State #10
You’re pretty good at this game. To challenge yourself further, see how many states you can identify on a completely blank map.
Answer: New York

State #11
The name of this state may have meant “muddy waters.”
Answer: Missouri

State #12
This is one of four states starting with the letter “A.” Do you know the two letters that no countries in the world start with?
Answer: Arkansas

State #13
No, it’s not London.
Answer: Indiana

State #14
Another tricky one with only one letter. Hint, the state only has four letters total and one of its cities, Columbiana, just won our Nicest Places in America award.
Answer: Ohio

State #15
This state boasts the oldest graveyard in America. Can you name it?
Answer: Delaware

State #16
You are forbidden to wrestle bears in this state. Can you guess which one it is? Would you like to buy a letter “A”?
Answer: Alabama

State #17
This state is known for it’s beautiful beaches and temperate climate.
Answer: Hawaii

State #18
This is the only state where “static” is banned. Causing it, that is. Discover the 50 things you won’t believe are banned in 50 states.
Answer: South Dakota

State #19
This state has the distinction of being one of the happiest states in America.
Answer: Maine

State #20
This state has a famous Broadway show named for it followed by the iconic movie.
Answer: Oklahoma

State #21
The capital of this state is one you’re likely pronouncing all wrong.
Answer: Montana

State #22
You’ve really got the hang of this challenge now. When you’re finished here, see if you can guess the U.S. state from its abbreviation.
Answer: Georgia

State #23
This state is home to one of the oldest tourist attractions in America.
Answer: Oregon

State #24
Hint: This is the only state whose name can be typed on one row of keys. Can you guess which it is?
Answer: Alaska

State #25
This state is home of the “Big Easy.” If you’re up for another challenge, see if you can guess each U.S. state by its flag.
Answer: Louisiana