What is another word for Orkney?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːknɪ] (IPA) 
Orkney is a group of islands in the Northern Isles of Scotland. The name Orkney is derived from Old Norse and means "seal islands." Some synonyms for Orkney include the Orcades, which is the Latin version of the islands' name. Orkney can also be referred to as the "Land of the Vikings," as the islands have a rich Norse heritage. Additionally, the archipelago is sometimes called the "Islands of the Sea," as the islands are surrounded by the North Sea. Orkney is also sometimes called the "Neolithic Capital of Europe," due to the many prehistoric sites that can be found on the islands.
