Aphaea was a Greek goddess who has been associated with numerous other goddess names, depending on location. She was initially associated with fertility and agriculture when her name came into being in the early 14th century BCE. However, because her name has been so intertwined with other goddesses, she has also been associated with fishing and hunting. In early mythology, she initially appeared under the name Britomartis, meaning "sweet maiden," and was the daughter of Zeus and Carme.