Helios
/ˈhiː.li.ɒs/noun
The personification of the sun in ancient Greek mythology.
Did you know?Helios was often depicted driving a golden chariot across the sky, symbolizing the daily journey of the sun, and was believed to watch over oaths and promises.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*sólos
“The sun; a source of light.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἥλιος (hēlios)
“Sun; the bright celestial body that illuminates the world.”
Classical Latin
Latin
Helius
“Adoption of the Greek sun god's name into Roman culture.”
Modern English
English
Helios
“The name retained in English to denote the Greek sun god, symbolizing light and divinity.”
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