Kartal

Kartal is a Turkish name that can refer to multiple things. In Turkish, kartal means eagle, and the word is used in toponyms and surnames. As a place name, it designates several towns and districts across Turkey, and as a surname it appears among individuals.

The most prominent reference is Kartal, a district and municipality of Istanbul Province, located on the Asian side of Istanbul along the Marmara Sea. It forms part of the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality and is characterized by a coastal belt, mixed residential and commercial areas, and varying topography from low-lying shores to hills inland. The district is connected to the broader city by road and public transport networks, reflecting Istanbul’s urban development and population growth in the area.

Historically, the name has been used in various contexts within Turkey. In the modern era, Kartal has developed as a residential and commercial hub with housing, shopping facilities, and educational institutions. The term also appears in sports and cultural contexts as a club name or organization that references the eagle, a symbol common in Turkish heraldry and iconography.