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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The powerful one
- Origin
- Ancient Egyptian
- Pronunciation
- SEK-met
Sekhmet is an Ancient Egyptian name that means "the powerful one." It's pronounced SEK-met, with the stress on the first syllable. If you're drawn to a name with a strong, clear meaning behind it, this one says exactly what it means.
Meaning & Origin of Sekhmet
Meaning: The powerful one.
Origin: Ancient Egyptian.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Sekhmet
SEK-metIPA /ˈsɛkmɛt/
Popularity of Sekhmet
Sekhmet does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Sekhmet mean?
The powerful one. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Sekhmet?
Sekhmet is pronounced SEK-met (IPA: /ˈsɛkmɛt/).
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