The name of several Ptolemaic queens of Egypt, most famously Cleopatra VII (69-30 BCE), the last active pharaoh of ancient Egypt. She was known for her intelligence, political acumen, and relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
From Greek 'Kleopatra' meaning 'glory of the father,' composed of 'kleos' (glory/fame) and 'pater' (father). This was a common name among Ptolemaic royal women, with seven queens bearing this name.
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