Anders Jahan Retzius
Swedish naturalist and professor of botany, chemist, and natural history, Lund University (1742-1821)
1742 — 1821
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish naturalist and professor of botany, chemist, and natural history, Lund University (1742-1821)
Born
October 3, 1742
Died
1821 (age ~79)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
pharmacist, zoologist, university teacher
SwedenBorn in Kristianstads parishDied in Storkyrkoförsamlingen
1742
Born in Kristianstads parish (1742-10-03)
1821
Died in Storkyrkoförsamlingen
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Anders Jahan Retzius?+
Anders Jahan Retzius is Swedish naturalist and professor of botany, chemist, and natural history, Lund University (1742-1821). Born in 1742.
What does the name Anders mean?+
The name Anders means "a male given name". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Anders Jahan Retzius born?+
Anders Jahan Retzius was born on October 3, 1742.
When did Anders Jahan Retzius die?+
Anders Jahan Retzius died in 1821, at approximately 79 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name
The name Anders is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name". It is traditionally a male name.
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Anders — October 3, 1742
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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