THAILAND'S PREVIOUS NAME Crossword Clue
THAILAND'S PREVIOUS NAME Crossword Clue
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Thailand's previous name was Siam, which was used from the 13th century until 1939. The name Siam is derived from the Sanskrit word Syam, meaning dark brown, which was used to describe the skin color of the people living in the region. The country changed its name to Thailand in 1939, when it became a constitutional monarchy.