Etymology
The name "Istanbul" is derived from the Greek phrase "εἰς τὴν Πόλιν" (eis tḕn Pólin), meaning "to the City". This phrase was used by the Greeks to refer to the city of Constantinople, which was the capital of the Byzantine Empire.
Meaning
The name "Istanbul" means "to the City". It is a reference to the city's importance as the capital of the Byzantine Empire and later the Ottoman Empire.
Origin
The name "Istanbul" was first adopted by the Ottoman Turks after they conquered Constantinople in 1453. The Turks used the name "İstanbul" to refer to the city, which they made the capital of their empire. The name was officially adopted by the Turkish government in 1930.
Other Names
Istanbul has been known by many different names throughout its history. Some of the most common names include:
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