"Enki" meaning in All languages combined

See Enki on Wiktionary

Proper name [English]

Etymology: From Sumerian 𒀭𒂗𒆠, a name of uncertain meaning. More at Enki. Etymology templates: {{der|en|sux|𒀭𒂗𒆠}} Sumerian 𒀭𒂗𒆠 Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Enki
  1. (Mesopotamian mythology) A god in Sumerian mythology, later known as Ea in Akkadian and Babylonian mythology. Wikipedia link: Enki Related terms: Enkidu
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