Themistoclea

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Gender Feminine
Other Forms FormsThemistocleia, Themistoclia

Meaning & History

Latinized form of Themistokleia. This was the name of a Greek priestess, philosopher and mathematician from the 6th century BC, who was the teacher of Pythagoras. After Pythagoras coined the term "philosophy", Themistoclea became the first woman in history to whom the word "philosopher" was applied.
Added 11/2/2011 by Hannah Ruth
Edited 12/16/2020 by Lucille, SeaHorse15 and Evil