Fictional CharacterTrojanFictional — Homer's Iliad
Briseis
Trojan captive in Homer's Iliad, cause of Achilles-Agamemnon conflict
Biography
A captive woman in Greek mythology, famously portrayed in Homer's Iliad as the cause of conflict between Achilles and Agamemnon during the Trojan War.
Quick Facts
Category
Fictional Character
Nationality
Trojan
Appears In
Homer's Iliad
Thinking about the name
Briseis
Greek origin
“The direct English spelling of the classical Greek name Briseïs, the captive of Achilles in Homer's Iliad, whose beauty and dignity made her central to the Trojan War narrative. The name carries profound literary and historical weight while remaining pronounceable in English. It appeals to classically educated parents seeking mythological authenticity.”