I was shocked ‘mozambique’ isn’t derived from the zambezi since it flows through it from zambia. I looked it up, nope, apparently it’s named after an island, which was in turn named after an arab ruler. Just a bizarre coincidence. Anyways awesome quiz
The meaning of "Belize" is uncertain, but the most widely accepted theories suggest it comes from either the Maya word "belix," meaning "muddy water," or the Maya phrase "bel Itza," meaning "the way to Itza".
The name "Suriname" most likely comes from the "Surinen," an indigenous people who lived in the area before European arrival
The name "Suriname" most likely comes from the "Surinen," an indigenous people who lived in the area before European arrival
Thanks for taking the time though!