In classical mythology, Cupid (Latin Cupīdō [kʊˈpiː.doː], meaning desire) is the god of desire, erotic love, attraction and affection. He is often portrayed as the son of the love goddess Venus and the war god Mars. He is also known in Latin as Amor (Love). His Greek counterpart is Eros.

His iconography acquired the bow and arrow that represent his source of power: a person, or even a deity, who is shot by Cupid's arrow is filled with uncontrollable desire.