What Does the Name Alecto Mean
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Alecto Name Meaning
Greek Mythology (Latinized)Latinized form of Greek Αληκτω (Alekto) which was derived from αληκτος (alektos) "unceasing". This was the name of one of the Furies or Ερινυες (Erinyes) in Greek mythology.
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