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Countries often change their names to reflect political shifts, cultural evolution, or to distance themselves from colonial pasts. These changes can signify new identities, unify diverse ...

Once approved, UN officials register the new name in the database of World Geographical Names. Signs, military uniforms, official currency, government letterhead – and more – must also be changed.

Ultimately, a country’s name carries great meaning, so the decision to change it is not taken lightly. Click here to see 17 countries that have changed their names.

To compile a list of countries that have changed their names, 24/7 Tempo reviewed materials from numerous online government sources, including the official websites of the U.K. government and the ...

When it comes to name changes, though, the world's most populous nation, India, stands out. In the past few decades, it has replaced colonial and Muslim names with Hindu ones.

When it comes to name changes, though, the world's most populous nation, India, stands out. In the past few decades, it has replaced colonial and Muslim names with Hindu ones.