However (as expected) AP can't get the facts straight: Persia, the ancient name for non-Arab Iran
Persia was the name the Greek, Romans and later other foreigners called the Country/Empire, referring to the people of the Fars province.
Iran (previously Aryanam), meaning "Land of the Aryans" has been the natives' name for their country since ancient times, long before Islam appeared.
1935 Reza Shah Pahlevi officialy made Iran the name to be used by natives and foreigners alike.
Really? I didn't know that. How is this related to the apparently fictitious "Aryan race" that Hitler dreamed up?
Yes, a good read! And thanks for the clarification on the correct naming of Aryanam ... Persia ... Iran!
Iran (previously Aryanam), meaning "Land of the Aryans" has been the natives' name for their country since ancient times, long before Islam appeared.
Well that is something I had wondered about that you've explained. That Herodotus, he calls you something, the name sticks.
Your info is good. FYI the non-Arab or Pakistan spelling is Pahlavi not Pahlevi. Yes, nitpicking but not in a mean way.