Ivory Coast
West Africa, Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast
People from Ivory Coast are called:
Male/General:
Ivorian
Pronunciation:
/aɪˈvɔːriən/
Etymology & Origin
Named 'Côte d'Ivoire' (Ivory Coast) by French traders for the ivory trade that flourished in the region.
About Ivory Coast
- Capital city: Yamoussoukro (political), Abidjan (economic center).
- World's largest producer and exporter of cocoa beans.
- Known for diverse cultures, French colonial architecture, and economic growth.
- French is the official language with over 60 indigenous languages spoken.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 28,873,034 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Ivory Coast
- Region:
- West Africa