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In Greek mythology, Aether was one of the Protogenoi and the personification of space, heaven, and the upper air. The concept of aether/ether as an element, and the word "ethereal" derive from this concept.

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These links have more information:
http://www.theoi.com/Protogenos/Aither.html
http://tinyurl.com/cc9su2
http://tinyurl.com/2ccoq7q

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This is Orpheus' hymn to Aether:
"The Fumigation from Saffron.
O Ever untam'd Fire, who reign'st on high in Jove's dominions ruler of the sky;
The glorious sun with dazzling lustre bright, and moon and stars from thee derive their light;
All taming pow'r, ætherial shining fire, whose vivid blasts the heat of life inspire:
The world's best element, light-bearing pow'r, with starry radiance shining, splendid flow'r,
O hear my suppliant pray'r, and may thy frame be ever innocent, serene, and tame."

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WDYT of Aether as name? Do you prefer the spellings Æther, Aither, or Ether? Would you use it as a first or middle name?

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Personally, I find it enchanting and very handsome. I prefer it spelt Aether. I haven't decided yet whether I like it as a FN or MN; I'll have to concoct some combos first.

This message was edited 11/12/2010, 8:39 PM