There are currently seven countries in the world with names that begin with the letter ‘U’. The following table lists them all. You can find some general information about each below.
| Country | Flag | Population | Capital | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uganda | 🇺🇬 | 48,580,000 | Kampala | 1962 |
| Ukraine | 🇺🇦 | 36,744,000 | Kyiv | 1991 |
| United Arab Emirates | 🇦🇪 | 10,255,000 | Abu Dhabi | 1971 |
| United Kingdom | 🇬🇧 | 67,736,000 | London | 1707 |
| United States | 🇺🇸 | 332,915,000 | Washington, D.C. | 1776 |
| Uruguay | 🇺🇾 | 3,550,000 | Montevideo | 1825 |
| Uzbekistan | 🇺🇿 | 36,178,000 | Tashkent | 1991 |
🇺🇬 Uganda
Uganda is located in East Africa, bordered by Kenya, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Tanzania. It has a tropical climate with wet and dry seasons, particularly influenced by Lake Victoria. The name “Uganda” comes from the Buganda kingdom, one of the country’s historic regions.
🇺🇦 Ukraine
Ukraine is located in Eastern Europe, bordered by Russia, Belarus, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Moldova. It has a temperate continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The name “Ukraine” means “borderland” in Slavic languages, reflecting its geographical location. Ukraine became independent from the Soviet Union in 1991.
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is located in the Middle East, along the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by Oman and Saudi Arabia. The climate is arid, with hot summers and warm winters. The UAE is a federation of seven emirates, and its name reflects the unity of these states. The country was founded in 1971, following British withdrawal from the Gulf region.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
The United Kingdom (UK) is located in northwestern Europe, consisting of Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales) and Northern Ireland. It has a temperate maritime climate, with mild winters and cool summers. The name “United Kingdom” refers to the political union of these territories, formalized in 1707 with the union of England and Scotland. The UK remains a constitutional monarchy with a rich history.
🇺🇸 United States
The United States is located in North America, bordered by Canada to the north, Mexico to the south, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The country has diverse climates, ranging from tropical in Florida to arctic in Alaska. The name “United States” reflects its federal structure, with 50 states united under a central government. The U.S. declared independence from Great Britain in 1776.
🇺🇾 Uruguay
Uruguay is located in South America, bordered by Brazil to the north and Argentina to the west, with a coastline along the Atlantic Ocean. It has a temperate climate with hot summers and mild winters. The name “Uruguay” comes from the Uruguay River, which is derived from a Guarani word meaning “river of painted birds.”
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordered by Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan. It has a desert climate with hot summers and cold winters. The name “Uzbekistan” means “land of the Uzbeks,” a Turkic ethnic group that has lived in the region for centuries.
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