yclept

Etymology
From, , (,  +  + , ), from ,  ( + ,   + ). is derived from, , probably related to , and ultimately. .

Adjective

 * 1)  Called (by a certain name), named.

Usage notes
While most forms of the verb are obsolete, yclept is still occasionally used as an adjective or verb for humorous or archaic effect; as in the set phrase aptly yclept.

Trivia
A holdover from Middle English, yclept is one of a small number of English words where y figures as a at the beginning of a word. Others include, , and.