The new name for Turkey is Türkiye. The name change was officially recognized by the United Nations in June 2022. While the Turkish people have always referred to their country as Türkiye, the international community has used the English "Turkey" for many years. The Turkish government has stated that the name change is intended to reflect the country's cultural identity and heritage.
This change means that the official name of the country is now Türkiye in all official contexts, including diplomatic and formal communications. However, the use of "Turkey" may still be common in casual conversation or informal contexts.
Here are some interesting facts about the name change:
- Pronunciation: Türkiye is pronounced "tur-key-yeh" in Turkish.
- Etymology: The name Türkiye is derived from the Turkish word "Türk," meaning "Turk."
- Reasoning: The Turkish government stated that the name change is intended to promote the country's brand and raise its international profile. The government also argues that it will help to distance the country from the bird that shares its name.
