Philadelphian

noun

Phil·​a·​del·​phian ˌfi-lə-ˈdel-fyən 

-fē-ən

plural Philadelphians

: a native or resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphian adjective

Examples of Philadelphian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Recently, Eagles cornerback and new Philadelphian Jonathan Jones, who is also a pilot and plane owner, stopped by Tailwinds Academy to encourage students to chase their dreams and remind them their future has no limits. — Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 8 June 2026

When South Carolina’s 62-48 victory ended, Auriemma approached his counterpart, a combative Philadelphian like himself, and there were fireworks. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026

Or most importantly, all the everyday people, places, and things (jawns as a Philadelphian might say) that Harriett’s would someday touch. — Gaby Iori march 10, Literary Hub, 10 Mar. 2026

As a Philadelphian and a cultural historian who teaches students about the history of American corporations, the role of the city in the nation’s food history often comes up in my class. — Jared Bahir Browsh, The Conversation, 9 Feb. 2026

In 2014, the nuncio to Peru was James Green, a Philadelphian whom Prevost had come to know in Rome. — Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026

Artifacts on display will include 18th-century currency, a series of paintings from prominent Jewish Philadelphian Barnard Gratz’s art collection, and an actual cannon shot from the island’s shores. — Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2026

Named in honor of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), the most acclaimed and influential sculptor of the 20th century and a native Philadelphian, Calder Gardens will be a place for art, culture, environmental awareness, and introspection. — Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1774, in the meaning defined above