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What Are People From Haiti Called?
Caribbean, Haiti
The demonym for people from Haiti is:
About Haiti
Haiti occupies the western third of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with the Dominican Republic. Its capital is Port-au-Prince, the country's political and economic centre and home to much of its population. Haiti declared independence in 1804 after a successful revolt by enslaved people, making it the first Black-led republic in the world. The country's official languages are French and Haitian Creole, and its culture is known for vibrant music, art, and craft traditions. Haiti's landscapes include mountains, valleys, and coastal plains, and its history shapes the national identity in profound ways. Visitors and researchers study its past and present to understand the region's complex story. Haiti's resilience, creativity, and historic significance make it an essential part of the Caribbean story.
Quick Facts about Haiti
- Population:
- About 11.9 million (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Haiti
- Region:
- Caribbean
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Etymology of the Haiti Demonym
From the Taíno name 'Ayiti', often translated as 'land of high mountains'. Columbus called the island Hispaniola, and its western third later became the French colony of Saint-Domingue.
Places near Haiti
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Dominican Republic
east, on the same island
People are called:
Dominican
Cuba
northwest across the Windward Passage
People are called:
Cuban
Jamaica
west across the Jamaica Channel
People are called:
Jamaican
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Quick Facts
- Population:
- About 11.9 million (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Haiti
- Region:
- Caribbean
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