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GirlPronounced English /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/

Hecate

A name meaning "far off".

Quick answer

Hecate is a girl name meaning "far off".

Pronunciation: English /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/.

GenderGirl
Meaningfar off
PronunciationEnglish /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the Greek Ἑκάτη (Hekate), possibly derived from ἑκάς (hekas) meaning "far off". In Greek mythology Hecate was a goddess associated with witchcraft, crossroads, tombs, demons and the underworld.

Notes and context

Usage: greek mythology | Ancient Greek: Ἑκάτη