Ceto is a city located in Italy. It serves as a geographical location within the Italian territory.
The name Ceto is also associated with Greek mythology, where it refers to a primordial sea goddess. As the daughter of Pontus and Gaia, she is regarded as one of the most ancient deities. In mythological accounts, she bore numerous monstrous children with Phorcys, who was also an offspring of Gaia and Pontus.
The name has been utilized in astronomy to designate specific celestial bodies. The small Solar System body 65489 Ceto is named in her honor, while its satellite is named after Phorcys.