Alexander I
6th Pope of the Catholic Church from c. 107 to c. 115
100 — 116
Quick Facts
Profession
6th Pope of the Catholic Church from c. 107 to c. 115
Born
January 1, 100
Died
116 (age ~16)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
Catholic priest
Born in RomeDied in Rome
100
Born in Rome (0100-01-01)
107
PositionPope (107–110)
116
Died in Rome
About
Pope Alexander I was the bishop of Rome from about 108/109 to 116/119. Some believe he suffered martyrdom under the Roman emperor Trajan or Hadrian.
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Who is Alexander I?+
Pope Alexander I was the bishop of Rome from about 108/109 to 116/119. Some believe he suffered martyrdom under the Roman emperor Trajan or Hadrian.
What does the name Alexander mean?+
The name Alexander means "A male given name from Ancient Greek, most famously held by Alexander the Great.. Etymology: *h₂lek- Borrowed from Alexander, from Ἀλέξανδρος, from to defend + ἀνδρ-, the stem of man. Alexandre.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Alexander I born?+
Alexander I was born on January 1, 100.
When did Alexander I die?+
Alexander I died in 116, at approximately 16 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Ancient Greek, most famously held by Alexander the Great.. Etymology: *h₂lek- Borrowed from Alexander, from Ἀλέξανδρος, from to defend + ἀνδρ-, the stem of man. Alexandre.
The name Alexander is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Ancient Greek, most famously held by Alexander the Great.. Etymology: *h₂lek- Borrowed from Alexander, from Ἀλέξανδρος, from to defend + ἀνδρ-, the stem of man. Alexandre.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Alexander — January 1, 100
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Guestbook
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
Your teachings echo through centuries. Still guiding.
— a scholar
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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