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Libya

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Gender Feminine
Usage Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Scripts Λιβύη(Ancient Greek)

Meaning & History

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Latinized form of Λιβύη (Libye), the Greek name of the ancient region of Libya (North Africa). According to Greek legend Libya was the daughter of Epaphus, the king of Egypt.

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RootLibye (place name)
VariantLibye
Other Languages & CulturesLibe(Basque) Libia(Spanish)

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Entry added April 23, 2024

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