Question

WHY is the male turkey often referred to as "Tom Turkey?"

Answer 1

Because, of how simple the name is people tend to choose the simpler things in life.
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Answer 2

Only the adult male turkey makes the gobbler, gobble sound. The adult male is called the "tom" turkey. The female or hen turkey makes a gentle clucking or clicking sound. The hen never gobbles.