There are currently seventeen countries in the world with names that begin with the letter ‘C’. The following table lists them all. You can find some general information about each below.
| Country | Flag | Population | Capital | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo Verde | 🇨🇻 | 593,149 | Praia | 1975 |
| Cambodia | 🇰🇭 | 16,589,023 | Phnom Penh | 1953 |
| Cameroon | 🇨🇲 | 29,321,637 | Yaoundé | 1960 |
| Canada | 🇨🇦 | 39,566,248 | Ottawa | 1867 |
| Central African Republic | 🇨🇫 | 5,457,154 | Bangui | 1960 |
| Chad | 🇹🇩 | 17,963,211 | N’Djamena | 1960 |
| Chile | 🇨🇱 | 19,542,101 | Santiago | 1818 |
| China | 🇨🇳 | 1,425,892,140 | Beijing | 1949 |
| Colombia | 🇨🇴 | 52,660,474 | Bogotá | 1810 |
| Comoros | 🇰🇲 | 850,886 | Moroni | 1975 |
| Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 🇨🇩 | 102,262,808 | Kinshasa | 1960 |
| Congo, Republic of the | 🇨🇬 | 6,186,344 | Brazzaville | 1960 |
| Costa Rica | 🇨🇷 | 5,185,732 | San José | 1821 |
| Croatia | 🇭🇷 | 3,853,637 | Zagreb | 1991 |
| Cuba | 🇨🇺 | 11,089,518 | Havana | 1902 |
| Cyprus | 🇨🇾 | 1,240,969 | Nicosia | 1960 |
| Czechia (Czech Republic) | 🇨🇿 | 10,485,877 | Prague | 1993 |
🇨🇻 Cabo Verde
Cabo Verde is an island nation located off the northwest coast of Africa. Known for its volcanic islands and tropical climate, the country enjoys a warm and dry environment. The name “Cabo Verde” comes from the Portuguese for “Green Cape,” referencing a nearby cape on the Senegalese coast. It became independent from Portugal in 1975.
🇰🇭 Cambodia
Cambodia, located in Southeast Asia, is renowned for its ancient temples and rich cultural heritage. Its tropical monsoon climate features distinct wet and dry seasons. The name Cambodia derives from “Kambuja,” an ancient kingdom that once dominated the region.
🇨🇲 Cameroon
Cameroon, located in Central Africa, is known for its diverse geography, including beaches, deserts, mountains, and rainforests. Its climate ranges from tropical along the coast to semi-arid in the north. The name Cameroon originates from the Portuguese “Rio dos Camarões,” meaning “River of Shrimp,” reflecting the abundance of shrimp found by early explorers.
🇨🇦 Canada
Canada is the second-largest country in the world, located in North America. It is known for its vast landscapes, ranging from arctic tundra to lush forests and mountainous regions. Canada has a varied climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The name Canada is derived from the Iroquoian word “Kanata,” meaning village or settlement.
🇨🇫 Central African Republic
The Central African Republic is a landlocked country in Central Africa. Its climate is tropical, with a distinct rainy season and dry season. The country’s name reflects its geographic position in the heart of the African continent. It gained independence from France in 1960.
🇹🇩 Chad
Chad is a large, landlocked country in north-central Africa. The country’s geography includes desert in the north, arid Sahelian belt in the center, and fertile land in the south. Chad’s climate is mostly hot and dry, especially in the desert regions. The country is named after Lake Chad, one of the largest lakes in Africa.
🇨🇱 Chile
Chile is a long, narrow country along the western edge of South America, bordered by the Pacific Ocean. Its geography includes mountains, deserts, and a temperate climate in the central region. The origin of the name Chile is uncertain, but it may come from a Native American word meaning “the ends of the earth.” Chile declared independence from Spain in 1818.
🇨🇳 China
China, located in East Asia, is the most populous country in the world. Its vast landscape ranges from deserts to mountains, and its climate varies from subarctic in the north to tropical in the south. The name China is derived from the Qin dynasty, one of the earliest ruling dynasties of the country. The People’s Republic of China was established in 1949.
🇨🇴 Colombia
Colombia, located in the northern part of South America, is known for its diverse ecosystems, from the Amazon rainforest to the Andes mountains. The country has a tropical climate, with variations due to altitude. Colombia is named after Christopher Columbus, the explorer credited with opening the Americas to European colonization. It declared independence from Spain in 1810.
🇰🇲 Comoros
Comoros is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, situated between Madagascar and the coast of Mozambique. Its tropical climate is moderated by ocean breezes. The country’s name is derived from the Arabic “qamar,” meaning moon, referring to the shape of the islands.
🇨🇩 Congo, Democratic Republic of the
There are two countries named Congo, which can make things a bit confusing, but they are two different nations divided by the Congo River. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is located in Central Africa, known for its rainforests and rich mineral resources. The country has a tropical climate, with high humidity and significant rainfall. The name Congo comes from the Kongo people, an ethnic group native to the region.
🇨🇬 Congo, Republic of the
The Republic of the Congo, also located in Central Africa, features rainforests and savannas. It has a tropical climate, with high temperatures and humidity year-round. The name is shared with its neighbor, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as both are named after the Congo River.
🇨🇷 Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a Central American country known for its lush rainforests, biodiversity, and commitment to environmental conservation. It has a tropical climate with a distinct wet and dry season. The name Costa Rica, meaning “Rich Coast,” was given by Spanish explorers who were impressed by the region’s natural resources.
🇭🇷 Croatia
Croatia is located in southeastern Europe, along the Adriatic Sea. The country is known for its picturesque coastline and medieval towns. Its climate is Mediterranean along the coast and continental inland. The name Croatia comes from the medieval Latin “Croatia,” referring to the people of the region.
🇨🇺 Cuba
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, known for its vibrant culture and history. It has a tropical climate, moderated by trade winds. The name Cuba likely originates from the Taíno word “cubao,” meaning fertile land or great place.
🇨🇾 Cyprus
Cyprus is an island nation in the eastern Mediterranean, known for its historical significance and strategic location. Its climate is Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters. The name Cyprus is likely derived from “kupros,” the ancient Greek word for copper, which was abundant on the island.
🇨🇿 Czechia (Czech Republic)
Czechia, also known as the Czech Republic, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Known for its rich history, it features a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters. The name Czechia comes from the Slavic tribe “Czechs,” who settled in the region. The country officially adopted the name Czechia in 2016, though it has existed as a nation since 1993, following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
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