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Bacis - Initially a noun derived from the word 'to speak', Bacis eventually became the name of a number of prophets or speakers across Greece. In business we find BACIS HAIR ARTISTRY, a hair salon in Australia, as well as BACIS IPOD TOUCH puzzle game.

Bacchus - The Roman name for Dionysus, the notorious and revered Greek god of wine and horticulture. In business, there are countless examples of modern use, including BACCHUS ENERGY DRINK, Korea's number one selling energy beverage, BACCHUS RESTAURANT, wine makers and providers THE BACCHUS GROUP, even BACCHUS GUITARS, Japanese makers of high-quality guitars.

Brimo- A surname meaning "angry" or "terrifying", usually attached to any of several goddesses who are associated with the Underworld and are represented as vengeful and dreaded. Examples of goddesses surnamed Brimo are Hecate, Persephone, Cybele, and even Demeter, in her angry and bereft manifestation.
Brimo Technology is an advance laser technology development company, featuring design and fabrication "with over 30 years of manufacturing expertise and experience."
Brimo Eye Drops is a sterile ophthalmic solution "for topical administration into the eyes."

Brisa - A beautiful nymph who brought up and raised baby Dionysus, the Olympian god of wine. Brisaeus is a surname attached to Dionysus.
Brisa Knives is a large online supply store.
Brisa Driving School is located in California.
Brisa Fine Wine and Gifts allows you to handcraft your own quality wine and beer.
Brisa is an assortment of soft drinks produced and sold on the island of Madeira, Portugal.
Brisa Fabric is an incredibly soft and luxurious faux leather fabric available from Golden Technologies.

Brizo - A goddess of the holy island of Delos who excelled in prophecy and delivered dreams to humans and revealed their meaning. Sacrifices were offered to her in vessels shaped like boats, and prayers were addressed to her for all things good, but especially that she might protect ships.
Brizo kitchen faucets and accessories "combine leading edge design with exceptional functionality."
Brizo Restaurant and Bar is a high end eatery located in Singapore.
Brizo is a new soy supplement supporting men's prostate and urinary health.
Brizo Residency offers "the very best in lifestyle and luxury living" in Chembur, Mumbai.

Briseis - The mythical queen in Asia Minor during the Trojan War. When her city was pillaged by the Greeks, her family was slaughtered and she was presented as a prize to Achilles, the great Greek warrior. Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek armies, took Briseis away from Achilles, desiring her for himself. This caused a great rift between the Greeks, with Achilles refusing to join battle until Briseis was returned to him by Agamemnon.
Breseis Perfumes specializes in cosmetics, women's deodorants and personal care products.
Breseis-1 has announced a natural gas discovery in Australia.
Breseis Couture prides itself as "The Oasis of Women's Fashion."

Byzas - He was a son of Poseidon and Keroessa (Or Ceroessa, daughter of Zeus and Io.) King Byzas in 677 BCE led a group of Megarian colonists to the mouth of the Bosporus, discovering a wonderful natural harbor, which he named the Golden Horn in honor of his mother. He founded the renowned city of Byzantium there, which later became known as Constantinople, and then became the modern Istanbul, capital of Turkey.
Byzas Tours specializes in tour packages throughout Turkey, including cruises and hotels.
Byzas Hotel is a family run guesthouse in Istanbul, in the heart of the Old City.
Byzas Chauffer Service provides top quality chauffer services in Istanbul.
 

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