An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

Same as the star → Alpha Centauri.

Etymology (EN): From Ar. Rijl al-Qanturis “foot of Centaurus,” from rijl “foot,” + Qanturis Arabicized → Centaurus.

Etymology (PE): Pâ-ye Kantawros, “foot of Centaurus,” from pâ, → foot, + Kentawros, → Centaurus.