Ahhotep
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/ ah-HOH-tep /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇪🇬 Egypt
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Serene
Meaning & Etymology
Peace of the moon
Peace of the moon
Etymology
Composed of the Egyptian elements ỉḥ (moon) and ḥtp (peace, satisfaction).
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Egyptian
Cultural context
Ahhotep was a common name among royal women in ancient Egypt, particularly during the Second Intermediate Period and early New Kingdom. The name reflects the importance of lunar deities and concepts of peace and harmony in Egyptian culture.
Symbolism
The name symbolises the serene and protective qualities associated with the moon in Egyptian mythology, as well as the importance of peace and stability.
Famous People
Ahhotep I
royalty · Egypt
Queen and wife of Seqenenre Tao and mother of Ahmose I, known for her role in the liberation of Egypt from the Hyksos.