People for whom a state is named NYT crossword answer is:
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The answer to this crossword clue is "patrons." Patrons are people who are honored by having a state named after them. This could be a historical figure, a leader, or a person who has made a major contribution to the state. For example, the state of Georgia is named after King George II of England, and the state of Virginia is named after Queen Elizabeth I.