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Originally Posted by andyjay729
Here's some more information on the language classification debate. The editors of this Wiki article seem especially supportive of Goguryeo, an extinct language of Korea. Incidentally, I've heard the name "Korea" actually derives from Japan's use of the name " Koryo", which in turn derives from the Goguryeo state. (Koreans call their country "Hanguk".)
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Koryo or Goryeo is actually is one of the Korean dynasty before, Chosun and after Silla. The name Korea most likely came from Marco Polo since during the period of his visit Korea was Goryeo.