Zambia
ZimbabweCountries That Start With Z at a Glance
There are 2 countries that start with the letter Z: Zambia and Zimbabwe.
- Countries starting with Z
- 2
- Largest by area
- Zambia
- Most people
- Zambia
- Capitals starting with Z
- 1
- Counted
- 195 countries: UN members, Vatican City, Palestine
Facts About the Countries Starting With Z
All of them are in Africa. The largest by area is Zambia at 752,612 kmยฒ, and the smallest is Zimbabwe at 390,757 kmยฒ. Zambia has the most people, about 21.9 million; Zimbabwe has the fewest, about 17 million. The longest name is Zimbabwe.
Capital Cities That Start With Z
One capital starts with Z: Zagreb (Croatia).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries start with Z?
2: Zambia and Zimbabwe.
What is the biggest country that starts with Z?
Zambia, at 752,612 kmยฒ.
Which country starting with Z has the most people?
Zambia, with about 21.9 million people.
Which capital cities start with Z?
Zagreb.
Is there a country that starts with X?
No. X is the only letter that begins neither a country nor a capital city.
Which letter has the most countries?
S, with 26 countries, followed by M with 18 and B with 17.
Made by Kashif Sulehria in Lahore, Pakistan. Updated September 28, 2026.