'amphictyon' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphiktyon,' where 'amphi-' meant 'around' and 'ktyon' meant 'dweller.'

'amphiktyon' changed from the Greek word 'amphiktyon' and eventually became the modern English word 'amphictyon'.

Initially, it meant 'a dweller around a sanctuary,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a member of a council or league.'