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Etymology · Ancient Greek

ὑγίεια

3 English words descend from Ancient Greek ὑγίεια, most common first.

HygieaAncient Greek goddess of health, cleanliness, and sanitation. Her Roman name is Hygēa/Hygīa or Salus.
HygieiaThe goddess and personification of health and healthiness, a daughter of Asclepius and Epione.
hygiologyThe science of hygiene or the preservation of health.