The full-scale war in Ukraine led many citizens to explore the world beyond their country's borders, learning more about foreign nations and cultures. Since February 24, 2022, a portion of Ukrainians have had to leave their homes and journey to unfamiliar places — sometimes to lands they had only heard of in name. Let’s delve into the origins of some country names across Europe and the world. How Countries Got Their Names – Fascinating Theories Let’s start with a disclaimer: in many cases,