Memphian

American  

[mem-fee-uhn] / ˈmɛm fi ən /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of the ancient Egyptian city of Memphis.

2. Egyptian.

3. a native or resident of Memphis, Tennessee.

---

Memphian British  

/ ˈmɛmfɪən /

adjective

1. of or relating to ancient Memphis or its inhabitants

---

noun

1. an inhabitant or native of ancient Memphis

Etymology

Origin of Memphian

First recorded in 1585–95; Memphi(s) + -an

Example Sentences

James Reid, 49 and a lifelong Memphian, had been to the hotel many times before, including for annual ecumenical meetings.

From Salon • Nov. 4, 2025

Singer’s statement aligns with an interview Sean Tuohy gave the Daily Memphian this week.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2023

But Sean Tuohy told the Daily Memphian website that he was shocked by Mr Oher's allegations.

From BBC • Aug. 14, 2023

The Shelby County Board of Commissioners Chairman Mickell Lowery said he would announce plans on Monday for a special meeting to discuss appointing an interim representative, the Daily Memphian reported.

From Reuters • Apr. 9, 2023

Through the Memphian dark of the tomb cut a spear of light, touching the last stone of the stairway.

From The Insidious Dr. Fu Manchu by Rohmer, Sax