exonyms
/ˈɛksənɪmz/
noun
- Plural of exonym; names used by outsiders for places, groups, or people.
- The study of exonyms reveals historical relationships between different cultures.
- Some exonyms, like "Cairo" for Al-Qahirah, are so common that few people realize they are not the original name.
- Maps often include both exonyms and local names to avoid confusion.