Andres de Urdaneta
Spanish Basque explorer
1498 — 1568
Quick Facts
Profession
Spanish Basque explorer
Born
November 30, 1498
Died
1568 (age ~70)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
writer, geographer, explorer
Crown of CastileBorn in OrdiziaDied in Mexico City
1498
Born in Ordizia (1498-11-30)
1568
Died in Mexico City
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Andres de Urdaneta?+
Andres de Urdaneta is Spanish Basque explorer. Born in 1498.
What does the name Andres mean?+
The name Andres means "A male given name from Spanish, equivalent to English Andrew.. Etymology: Patronymic surname, .". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Andres de Urdaneta born?+
Andres de Urdaneta was born on November 30, 1498.
When did Andres de Urdaneta die?+
Andres de Urdaneta died in 1568, at approximately 70 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Spanish, equivalent to English Andrew.. Etymology: Patronymic surname, .
The name Andres is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Spanish, equivalent to English Andrew.. Etymology: Patronymic surname, .". It is traditionally a male name.
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Andres — November 30, 1498
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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