Castor - Unique Boy Names

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Castor

/ˈkæstər/

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Meaning

Beaver

Symbolizes perseverance, industriousness, and resourcefulness, drawing from the animal's nature of building and shaping its environment.

Symbolism

Embodies duality through its mythological connection with Pollux (the Dioscuri), representing loyalty, brotherhood, and the balance between mortal and divine.

Etymology: Derived from the Ancient Greek 'Κάστωρ' (Kástōr), meaning 'beaver,' possibly referencing the animal's prominence in ancient symbolism or as a metaphor for diligence. It is famously borne by one of the twin demigods in Greek mythology who became the constellation Gemini.

Style & Origin

literary

unique

ancient

Cultural Background

Originating in Greek mythology, Castor is historically tied to the twin brother of Pollux, forming t

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