Benin
West Africa, Benin
Benin
People from Benin are called:
Male/General:
Beninese
Pronunciation:
/ˌbɛnɪˈniːz/
Etymology & Origin
Named after the Bight of Benin, which was named after the Benin Empire, from the Yoruba word 'ile-ibinu' meaning 'land of vexation'.
About Benin
- Capital city: Porto-Novo (constitutional), Cotonou (largest city and economic center).
- Birthplace of the Vodun (Voodoo) religion.
- Known for its role in the Atlantic slave trade and rich cultural heritage.
- Stable democracy with growing cotton and palm oil industries.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 13,352,864 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Benin
- Region:
- West Africa