Gender Feminine
Scripts Κίρκη(Ancient Greek)
Pronounced Pron. /ˈsɜɹ.si/(American English) /ˈsɜː.si/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Latinized form of Greek Κίρκη (Kirke), possibly from κίρκος (kirkos) meaning "hawk". In Greek mythology Circe was a sorceress who changed Odysseus's crew into hogs, as told in Homer's Odyssey. Odysseus forced her to change them back, then stayed with her for a year before continuing his voyage.

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Entry updated December 1, 2024