Gender Feminine
Scripts Κυρήνη(Ancient Greek)
Pronounced Pron. /saɪ.ˈɹiː.ni/(English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Latinized form of Greek Κυρήνη (Kyrene), the name of a Hellenic city in ancient Libya, itself probably named for a nearby spring Κύρη (Kyre). It has been associated with κῦρος (kyros) meaning "power, authority". In Greek mythology this is the name of a Thessalian princess loved by Apollo. He took her to Libya, where he founded the city in her honour and installed her as queen.

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Entry added April 23, 2024