Is there any connection with Attila the Huns and Hungary?

Connection” can mean several things: * PEOPLE * PLACE * CULTURE 1. PEOPLE Modern Hungary is separated by 1600 years from the Huns in Europe - and 1200 years from when Hungarians' Magyar ancestors arrived. read more

But there might be some family connection between Attila and Árpád who was the leader of the Magyar tribes when settling down in 895. Other than that there are some common thing between Huns and Magyars, but the international name, Hungary is originated from misconception. read more

Eventually, they outgrew their lands, so the Huns decided to set out to the west in search of greener pastures. So no, there is no direct relationship between the Huns and Hungary, beyond accidents of geography and neighborly perception. In the realm of legend and tradition, however, the Magyars view the Huns as long-lost relatives. read more

There are a lot of people who believe that Hungarians are related somehow to the Huns. I know that Hungarian historiograph tends to emphasize the Hun-Hungarian connection, but I'm skeptical of the whole narrative. read more