The name given to the newly discovered continents of South America, North America, and the surrounding areas is the "New World" or the "Americas."
The newly discovered continents of South America and North America, along with the surrounding areas, were commonly referred to as the New World. This name was primarily used by European explorers and colonizers during the Age of Discovery in the 15th and 16th centuries. The exploration of these continents led to significant changes in global knowledge, trade, and colonization patterns.
