Castor
/ˈkæs.tər/noun
A male beaver or one of the twin sons of Leda in Greek mythology.
Did you know?In astrology, Castor is associated with duality, symbolizing the eternal struggle between good and evil, reflecting the mythological twins' fate.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*kʲas-
“to shine or to gleam, connected with brightness.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
Καίων (Kaiōn)
“A figure representing a divine twin, linked to contrasting forces.”
Latin
Latin
Castor
“The name of a divine twin, often embodying duality and transformation.”
Old French
Old French
Castor
“Referring to the animal known for its transformative nature and industriousness.”
Modern English
English
Castor
“Used to refer to the beaver, and mythologically, as one of the twins associated with various magical interpretations.”