Little Russia is a historical name for the region of Ukraine and also refers to ethnic Ukrainians living in Russian territory. The term has evolved over time and there are several synonyms now used to describe this region. One of the most commonly used synonyms is Malorossiya, which is the Ukrainian equivalent of Little Russia. Another synonym is the Ukraine or the land of Ukraine. This name is derived from Kievan Rus - a medieval kingdom which included the territory of modern-day Ukraine. Other synonymous terms include Cossack Hetmanate, Zaporozhian Host, Left-Bank Ukraine, and Right-Bank Ukraine. All these terms carry a historical context that has contributed to Ukraine's rich cultural heritage.