The name is of Greek origin, coming from the Greek word anastasis (Ancient Greek: á¼Î½Î¬ÏÏÎ±ÏÎ¹Ï), meaning resurrection. It is a popular name in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia, where it was the most used name for decades until 2008, when its place was taken by Sophia.
Nebraska State Flower The Goldenrod (Soldiago gigantea) was declared the Nebraska State flower in 1895. Solidago gigantea Aiton and Solidago serotina Aiton are the synonyms, and which are commonly called as Goldenrod. Goldenrod is considered native to the United States of America.
The nickname âPelican Stateâ is a tribute to the official state bird, the brown pelican, which is native to Louisiana. source: State Names, Seals, Flags, and Symbols by Benjamin F. Shearer, Barbara S. Shearer. Kansas. The nickname âSunflower Stateâ calls to mind the wild flowers of the plains of Kansas and the officially recognized state flower.