Xenos - Unique Names

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Xenos

/ˈziːnɒs/

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Meaning

stranger, foreigner, guest

Represents the concept of the outsider who is also welcomed—symbolizing hospitality, unfamiliarity, and the bridge between worlds.

Symbolism

Embodies duality: the tension between alienation and inclusion, the unknown and the familiar. It symbolizes exploration, openness to difference, and the transformative power of encountering the new.

Etymology: Derived from Ancient Greek 'ξένος' (xénos), meaning 'stranger,' 'foreigner,' or 'guest.' The term played a key role in Greek ethics (e.g., 'xenia,' the sacred hospitality to strangers) and appears in philosophical and religious texts, including the New Testament.

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Cultural Background

Originating from ancient Greek, 'Xenos' has historical roots as a term for 'stranger' or 'guest,' an

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