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Type Political Subdivision
Usage English

Meaning & History

From Russian Мордовия (Mordoviya) derived from the name of the Mordvin (or Mordva) people. The name is thought to be derived from the Iranian root mard meaning "man". This is the name of a republic of Russia.
Added 3/5/2017 by HL
Edited 9/25/2021 by HL