How did centaurs get its name?

Centaurs got their name from Greek mythology, where they were depicted as creatures with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse. The term "centaur" comes from the Greek Word "kentauros." One theory suggests that the name may have been derived from the Word for "bull" (kentauros) as a reference to their horse-like features, while another theory links it to the "kentaurs," a group of people known for their horse-riding skills. Centaurs are often portrayed as wild and untamed, embodying the duality of human civilization and primal nature.