'Amazon' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'Amazones,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'mazos' meant 'breast,' referring to the myth that Amazons removed a breast to better use a bow.

'Amazones' transformed into the Latin word 'Amazon,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Amazon' through Old French.

Initially, it referred to a mythical race of warrior women, but over time it evolved to also describe a strong or athletic woman.