Sumerian origin
Source-reportedLearned borrowing from Classical Syriac or from Akkadian 𒀭𒈪 (attalû [AN.MI], “dragon”), ultimately from Sumerian.
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The source records Classical Syriac or Akkadian as alternative source languages. A particular use of the name may follow one of these routes.
- Classical Syriac
- Akkadian
Older roots and any uncertainty are explained in the complete cited passage.
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- Wiktionary: ܐܬܠܝܐCC-BY-SA-4.0 · retrieved 2026-10-15

