Charon

MEANING

ORIGIN

Greek mythology

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek Χάρων (Charon), possibly related to ‘charopos’ meaning ‘fierce brightness’ or ‘glare.’

CULTURAL NOTES

Charon is famously known as the ferryman who carries souls across the rivers Styx and Acheron to the underworld in Greek mythology.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Charon has been a part of the Greek mythological pantheon and literature for centuries, often depicted in art and literature as a solemn figure guiding the dead.