What is another word for akhenaten?
Pronunciation: [ˈakhənˌe͡ɪtən] (IPA) 
Akhenaten, the ancient Egyptian pharaoh, is an enigmatic figure, and his name has several synonyms that reflect his importance in history and his unique character. Akhenaten is also known as Amenhotep IV, who lived in the 14th century BCE. He is famous for his introduction of monotheism in ancient Egypt, with the sole deity being the sun disc, Aten. The other synonyms for Akhenaten are: Ikhnaton, or Echnaton, which are derived from the Egyptian language meaning "the spirit of Aten." The pharaoh is also sometimes referred to as the "Heretic Pharaoh" because of his views on religion and his departure from established norms. Finally, he is also known as "The Amarna Pharaoh" due to his establishment of a new capital city at Amarna.
