Anjean, West Virginia
Anjean is an unincorporated community in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States. Anjean is 5 miles (8.0 km) northeast of Rupert.
Anjean, West Virginia | |
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| Coordinates: 38°01′12″N 80°37′59″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Greenbrier |
| Elevation | 2,684 ft (818 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area codes | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1553730[1] |
The name Anjean is an amalgamation of Ann and Jean, the relatives of a mine proprietor.[2]
References
- "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- Kenny, Hamill (1945). West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. Piedmont, WV: The Place Name Press. p. 80.
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