What is gotham meaning?

Gotham is a term that refers to the city of New York. The term was first used in Washington Irving's satirical work "Salmagundi" in 1807 to describe a fictional village of fools. However, it was later adopted to describe New York City in the 19th century due to the chaos, corruption, and crime prevalent during that period. The term has since evolved to represent the gritty, dark, and edgy nature of the city, especially in popular culture. It has been widely used in literature, music, and movies, including the famous Batman franchise set in Gotham City.