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Belize derived its name from the Belize River, which was named after the Spanish word "Belice." The origin of "Belice" is believed to trace back to the Mayan word "Balis," meaning "to sink" or "to submerge," possibly referring to the area's coastal geography. The territory was formerly known as British Honduras before gaining independence in 1981, but the name Belize remained to honor its historical and cultural roots.

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