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Meaning & History
The first element of this name is derived from Greek θήρα (thera) meaning "the hunting of wild beasts, the chase", which is ultimately derived from Greek θηράω (therao) "to hunt, to chase". Also compare Theron. The second element is derived from Greek μενος (menos) "power, strength, spirit." Theramenes was the name of an Athenian statesman from the 5th century BC.