There are currently six countries in the world with names that begin with the letter ‘K’. The following table lists them all. You can find some general information about each below.
| Country | Flag | Population | Capital | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | 🇰🇿 | 19,397,998 | Nur-Sultan | 1991 |
| Kenya | 🇰🇪 | 54,985,698 | Nairobi | 1963 |
| Kiribati | 🇰🇮 | 119,446 | Tarawa | 1979 |
| Kosovo | 🇽🇰 | 1,873,160 | Pristina | 2008 |
| Kuwait | 🇰🇼 | 4,270,571 | Kuwait City | 1961 |
| Kyrgyzstan | 🇰🇬 | 6,591,600 | Bishkek | 1991 |
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan is the world’s largest landlocked country, located in Central Asia. It spans over 2.7 million square kilometers and features diverse landscapes, including steppes, taiga, rock canyons, hills, deltas, and snow-capped mountains. The climate is continental, with cold winters and hot summers. The name “Kazakhstan” means “land of the wanderers,” reflecting the country’s nomadic heritage.
🇰🇪 Kenya
Kenya is a country in East Africa, known for its diverse wildlife and geography. It features savannas, lakelands, the dramatic Great Rift Valley, and mountain highlands. Kenya has a varied climate, from tropical along the coast to arid in the interior. The country’s name is derived from Mount Kenya, a significant landmark and Africa’s second-highest mountain.
🇰🇮 Kiribati
Kiribati is an island nation in the central Pacific Ocean, comprising 32 atolls and one raised coral island. The country has a tropical climate with high temperatures and humidity throughout the year. Kiribati’s name is derived from the local pronunciation of “Gilberts,” referring to the British explorer Thomas Gilbert who sighted the islands in 1788.
🇽🇰 Kosovo
Kosovo is a partially recognized state in Southeastern Europe, bordered by Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania, and Montenegro. The country has a continental climate with Mediterranean and Alpine influences. Kosovo’s landscape is characterized by mountains and plains. The name “Kosovo” is derived from the Serbian word “kos,” meaning “blackbird,” referring to the Kosovo Plain where the country is centered.
🇰🇼 Kuwait
Kuwait is a small country located at the northern edge of Eastern Arabia, bordering Iraq and Saudi Arabia. It has a desert climate characterized by extremely hot summers and mild winters. The country’s terrain is primarily flat desert plain. The name “Kuwait” is derived from the Arabic diminutive of “kout,” meaning “fortress built near water.”
🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, known for its mountainous terrain. The Tian Shan mountains cover over 80% of the country. Kyrgyzstan’s climate is continental with significant local variations. The country’s name means “land of the forty tribes,” referring to the epic hero Manas who united forty regional clans against the Uyghurs.
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