Entity: XERXES
Xerxes is a name of Old Persian origin, meaning 'ruling over heroes' or 'ruler among kings'. It is associated with historical figures such as Xerxes I, the king of Persia, and carries regal connotations.
XERXES
Etymology
Xerxes is the Greek and Latin transliteration of the Old Persian Xšaya-ṛšā, meaning 'ruling over heroes' or 'ruler among kings'.
Definition
Xerxes is a name of Persian origin associated with power, nobility, and leadership.
Historical Context
Xerxes I, king of Persia from 486 to 465 BC, is a prominent historical figure associated with the name Xerxes.
Cultural Significance
The name Xerxes carries regal connotations and is often used to denote greatness and heroism.
Related Concepts
Xerxes is related to the title Xšayaršan in Persian, both meaning 'ruler over heroes' or 'hero among kings'.
See Also
A name of Persian origin meaning 'ruling over heroes' or 'ruler among kings'. It is often associated with power, nobility, and leadership.