Kazakhstan officially refers to itself as the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Official Names of Kazakhstan
The Central Asian nation of Kazakhstan has distinct official names that reflect its multilingual identity, primarily in Kazakh and Russian, in addition to its widely recognized English designation.
The full official designation in English is the Republic of Kazakhstan. This name signifies its governmental structure as a sovereign republic.
The table below outlines the official names of Kazakhstan across its primary languages:
| Language | Official Name (Cyrillic Script) | Official Name (Latin Script) |
|---|---|---|
| English | Republic of Kazakhstan | Republic of Kazakhstan |
| Kazakh | Қазақстан Республикасы | Qazaqstan Respublikasy |
| Russian | Республика Казахстан | Respublika Kazakhstan |
Historical Context of the Name
The formal adoption of the name "Republic of Kazakhstan" occurred during a pivotal period in the nation's history. The entity was reconstituted as the Republic of Kazakhstan on December 10, 1991, just days before achieving full independence from the USSR on December 16, 1991. This marked a significant transition from its previous Soviet-era status to its current identity as an independent republic.
