Californian

noun

Cal·​i·​for·​nian ˌka-lə-ˈfȯr-nyən 

plural Californians

: a native or resident of California

Californian adjective

Examples of Californian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To the average Californian, the idea that our state needs new taxes and fees may seem absurd. — Nolan Gray, Oc Register, 21 June 2026

Every Californian should know all the chapters of our history. — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 17 June 2026

And the Californian squab grilled over pine is served alongside hen-of-the-woods mushroom and atop a black-truffle jus. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 June 2026

The 33-year-old Californian is in his first full-time coaching position this year after a three-year playing career with the Chicago Bears and then three years with the Los Angeles Chargers as a secondary assistant. — Josh Kendall, New York Times, 12 June 2026

In honor of Juneteenth, the Gold Runner train line will offer a special rate and make a stop at an iconic landmark in Californian and Black American history. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026

Indeed, despite the naysayers, Californian companies have been leading the world in developing artificial intelligence technology as well as the latest in space and defense tech. — The Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1762, in the meaning defined above