Genghis

/ˈɡɛŋɡɪs/ noun

Definition

A title meaning 'universal ruler,' most famously borne by Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire.

Etymology

From Mongol 'Temüjin,' who took the title 'Genghis Khan' meaning 'universal' or 'oceanic' ruler. 'Genghis' comes from Mongol 'Chinggis,' possibly related to words meaning 'fierce' or 'strong.'

Kelly Says

Genghis Khan connected the world more than anyone before him—his empire stretched from China to Europe, and DNA evidence shows roughly 16 million people today are direct descendants of him, making him statistically one of history's most prolific figures.

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