'aeroides' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aeroeidēs,' where 'aero-' meant 'air' and '-eidēs' meant 'form or shape.'

'aeroeidēs' transformed into the Latin word 'aeroides,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aeroides.'

Initially, it meant 'air-like or resembling air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a type of air plant.'