Ukraine v.s. the Ukraine

[Our Tort System]

Hello,

So, what is the correct version: Ukraine or The Ukraine
I've seen the two in well-reputed sources, but can't make a call on which one to regard as correct.

Thanks a bunch!
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[Thirdgoblin]

According to one grammar book -- High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin, the correct version is "the Ukraine".

What does "Ukraine" literally mean anyway? I mean why was it named Ukraine? That may clear the confusion.

[Beeesneees]

I'd always say The Ukraine.
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[Our Tort System]

I see
Thanks a lot!
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[Nastia]

Oh, I'm surprised to read your posts. Ukraine is a country. Why would one say The Ukraine I wonder? It's the same as England or Poland etc. We don't normally use articles before these countries, do we?

[Thirdgoblin]

The following link sheds some light
http://www.infoukes.com/faq/the_ukraine/