Anders Johan Lexell
Russian mathematician (1740-1784)
1740 — 1784
Quick Facts
Profession
Russian mathematician (1740-1784)
Born
December 24, 1740
Died
1784 (age ~44)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
astronomer, physicist, mathematician
Russian EmpireBorn in TurkuDied in Saint Petersburg
1740
Born in Turku (1740-12-24)
1784
Died in Saint Petersburg
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Anders Johan Lexell?+
Anders Johan Lexell is Russian mathematician (1740-1784). Born in 1740.
What does the name Anders mean?+
The name Anders means "a male given name". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Anders Johan Lexell born?+
Anders Johan Lexell was born on December 24, 1740.
When did Anders Johan Lexell die?+
Anders Johan Lexell died in 1784, at approximately 44 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 — December 24, 1740
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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Guestbook
Your paper from '98 is still on my desk. Dog-eared and highlighted.
— a grad student
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
Respect.
— .
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