What is the only country in the world named after a woman?
St. Lucia
Barbados
Georgia
Argentina
Fact: Saint Lucia holds the unique distinction of being the only country in the world named after a real-life woman—Saint Lucy of Syracuse, a Christian martyr and the patron saint of the blind who lived in the 3rd century. This Caribbean island is celebrated for its breathtaking Piton mountains, lush rainforests, and rich cultural heritage. The island was named by French settlers who arrived in the 17th century. Legend states that French sailors were shipwrecked on the island on December 13, the feast day of St. Lucy, and therefore named the island in her honor.
Correct Answer: St. Lucia