An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

The Sun when the 11-year cycle of → solar activity is at a minimum.

Etymology (EN): Quiet, M.E., from from O.Fr. quiete, from L. quies (genitive quietis) “rest, quiet;” → Sun.

Etymology (PE): Xoršid, → Sun; ârâm “quiet, rest, tranquility,” → rest.