Countries That Start With X

There are no officially recognized countries in the world that begin with the letter “X”.

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But that said, you might come across places or regions whose names include “X,” especially in China, where the letter appears frequently in transliteration (for example, Xi’an, Xiamen, or Xinjiang). These are cities and provinces rather than independent countries.

Interesting “X” Places Around the World

Travel Notes

• While there are no “X” countries, Xi’an and Xiamen in China are popular travel spots for history and culture lovers.
• The letter “X” is rare at the start of place names in English because it comes mainly from Greek and Chinese transliteration.
• For travelers exploring global alphabets and geography, “X” marks a unique linguistic curiosity rather than a border on the map.

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