The baby name Aethra is a girl name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "EE-thruh".
Aethra is Greek in Origin.
Aethra is a Greek name that means "bright" or "shining." In Greek mythology, Aethra was the mother of Theseus, the legendary king of Athens. According to the myth, Aethra was impregnated by both Aegeus, the king of Athens, and Poseidon, the god of the sea. She gave birth to Theseus, who went on to slay the Minotaur and become a hero in Greek mythology. The name Aethra has been used in literature and art throughout history, and is still occasionally used as a given name today.
Aethra is a feminine name, and is pronounced "EE-thra" or "AY-thra." The name is composed of two Greek words: "aitho," meaning "to burn" or "to shine," and "ra," meaning "earth" or "ground." The name is often associated with brightness, light, and radiance, and is sometimes used to describe the dawn or the morning sun.
The name Aethra has a long and rich history in Greek mythology and literature. In addition to being the mother of Theseus, Aethra was also a priestess of Athena and a companion of Helen of Troy. The name has been used in various works of literature, including Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and Tennyson's "The Lady of Shalott." Today, the name Aethra is still occasionally used as a given name, although it is relatively uncommon.