Hwt-ka-Ptah

Egypt

Etymology of Egypt

The term "Hwt-ka-Ptah" (translating to "House of the Soul of Ptah") is a key element in this linguistic journey.

"Hwt-ka-Ptah" was an ancient Egyptian name that specifically referred to the temple dedicated to the god Ptah in the city of Memphis.

The Greeks, who were in contact with the ancient Egyptians, adapted the name "Hwt-ka-Ptah" into their language.

Egyptian

Ptah

The name "Hwt-ka-Ptah" (House of the Soul of Ptah), which referred to the temple dedicated to Ptah in Memphis, is where the name "Egypt" is derived from.