Acacia - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Acacia

uh-KAY-shuh'uh-KAY-shuh'3 syllables
🇬🇷Greek
Pure

MEANING

Thorny treeResurrection

ORIGIN

Greek

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek word 'akakia', meaning 'thorny tree'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In ancient Greek culture, Acacia symbolized purity and resurrection.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Acacia has been used as a symbol in various cultures, representing immortality and safety.

🇻🇦Latin
Soft

MEANING

Acacia tree

ORIGIN

Latin

ETYMOLOGY

Adopted into Latin from Greek 'akakia'.

CULTURAL NOTES

The acacia tree is often associated with sacred rituals in various cultures.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Acacia wood was used in the construction of sacred objects in history, such as the Ark of the Covenant.

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