CÃES NA GRÉCIA ANTIGA
The ancients generally agreed that dogs should be given two-syllable names for maximum clarity when issuing commands. Xenophon (4th century BC) gives a long list of his favourites – which of these can you imagine shouting in the park?
Actis (Sunshine)
Alce (Strength)
Bia (Force)
Bremon (Roarer)
Caenon (Killer)
Chara (Joy)
Hebe (Youth)
Horme (Impulse)
Hybris (Violence)
Lochus (Ambush)
Lonche (Spear)
Medas (Crafty)
Phlegon (Flame)
Phonax (Bloodthirsty)
Phylax (Guard)
Polys (Rover)
Psyche (Soul)
Rhome (Vigour)
Sperchon (Hasty)
Stibon (Tracker)
Thymus (Fearless)
Xenophon, On Hunting, 7.5
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