Hawkeye

noun

Hawk·​eye ˈhȯk-ˌī 

: a native or resident of Iowa

—used as a nickname

Examples of Hawkeye in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Hovey, a native Hawkeye, is survived by his family, including his 8-year-old daughter. — Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026

The rustic setting brings back memories of George’s childhood in the Hawkeye State. — Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026

In one video posted by Hawkeye Enjoyer, a stream of pee hits a bathroom wall at Hickory Park restaurant in Ames, not far from the Rebollozo home. — Lyz Lenz, Rolling Stone, 28 May 2026

The Iowa contingent argued that the Hawkeye State’s rural character gives presidential candidates a chance to connect with voters in ways that better prepare them for the general election, where Democrats have struggled to win over rural voters. — Daniel C. Vock, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1823, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Hawkeye

• apply
• awry
• belie
• bely
• bigeye
• bonsai
• buckeye
• comply
• coxae
• decry
• defy
• deny